Ajanta: The Colour and Monochrome Reproductions of the Ajanta Frescoes Based on Photography v2.c8.s7.21

v2.c8.s7.21

The artist originally painted the palms of the hands and soles of the feet of these figures in a lighter colour than the rest, as they would appear naturally. But as the colours have been scorched, and the lime-white which was the principal ingredient in the light tint of the palms and soles has been bleached, the result is that the latter look absolutely white, while the general complexion of the skins is jet-black, the whole presenting a quaint black and white effect.