underpainting

Noun

Meaning

(art) An initial layer of paint, often monochromatic, applied to a ground as a base for subsequent layers.

(art) A painting that the artist later painted over to create the final work.

Examples

The first coat (the underpainting ) is laid down, often painted with egg tempera or turpentine-thinned paint. Source: Internet

It does seem that Hals usually applied his underpainting very loosely: he was a virtuoso from the beginning. Source: Internet

The background inscription gives Edward's age as six, but this has been doubted after x-rays of the underpainting. Source: Internet

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