Vastu-shastra (Vol. I: Hindu Science of Architecture; Vol. II: Hindu Canons of Iconography and Painting) v2.c76.199
Vāstu-śāstra (Vol. I: Hindu Science of Architecture; Vol. II: Hindu Canons of Iconography and Painting) v2.c76.199
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The marble lime for the final coating on which the painting is done is carefully prepared. It should be perfectly slaked and for that it is kept under water for months, sometimes even a year for the best works. Curd (dahī) is mixed with the lime in proportion of half a seer of curd to half a maund of dry lime. The mixture is stirred well and allowed to stand overnight. Next day the water is strained and fresh water added. This process is repeated for a week when the lime is ready to be used.