gesso
ˈdʒɛsəʊ
noun
a hard compound of plaster of Paris or whiting in glue, used in sculpture or as a base for gilding or painting on wood.
the surface must first be given several coats of gesso
noun
a hard compound of plaster of Paris or whiting in glue, used in sculpture or as a base for gilding or painting on wood.
the surface must first be given several coats of gesso
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