Research Project
Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
Scientific study using X-ray fluorescense spectrometry had been carried out to analyze white pigments used in Japanese paintings during the 12-19th centuries. The reason of transition from lead-white to shell-white cannnot be revealed, however some examples in which both pigments are used in one paintng. An important information about the use of white pigment in Japanese painting has been obtained.
文化財保存科学