lime white

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Scope note
A fine, white pigment composed of calcium hydroxide and calcium, produced by slaking of lime in water or air to form a thick, white, alkaline paste. It was used for fresco painting where it hardens to form a cohesive film without the aid of a binder. It reacts with proteins, such as egg white or casein, to produce a tough, insoluble film.
lime white
Accepted term: 13-Jan-2025