Gouache - History

History

"Guazzo" was originally a term applied to the early 16th century practice of applying oil paint over a tempera base. The term was applied to the watermedia in the 18th century in France, although the technique is considerably older. It was used as early as the 14th century in Europe.

  • Self-portrait, Friedrich Schwinge.

  • Aid for the Wounded (Sister of Charity), Alexandre-Marie Guillemin. The Walters Art Museum.

  • Interior, St Etienne du Mont, Paris, Charles Louis Lesaint. The Walters Art Museum.

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