
From Turkey to Georgia
Gela Keidia
Painting - 70 x 90 x 3.5 cm Painting - 27.6 x 35.4 x 1.4 inch
CHF 2,934
Artists today have access to different types of paint, but is it really important to know which one they are using? Absolutely! Indeed, depending on the desired effect or the support used, the type of paint makes all the difference.
Tempera paint, an ancient artistic medium, has a fine, creamy, and opaque consistency, giving it a matte finish once dry. Although ephemeral, tempera can be difficult to remove, making it a unique choice for durable artworks. Professional artists often use tempera on paper-based supports, such as ordinary paper, cardboard, display boards, or canvas.
Tempera paint is particularly appreciated for its unique characteristics, such as its creamy texture and matte effect, which provides a distinctive finish to painted artworks and canvases. Artists often choose tempera for its opaque properties and specific finish, ideal for meticulous creations and artistic compositions.
Whether you are a beginner or a professional artist, understanding the differences between paint types and knowing how to use tempera can transform your works and add a new dimension to your creative process.
Save your search and find it in your favorites
Save your search to find it quickly
Saved search
Your search is accessible from the favorites tab > My favorite searches
Unsaved search
A problem occurred
Painting - 70 x 90 x 3.5 cm Painting - 27.6 x 35.4 x 1.4 inch
CHF 2,934
Painting - 50 x 70 x 3 cm Painting - 19.7 x 27.6 x 1.2 inch
CHF 2,934
Painting - 55 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 21.7 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
CHF 1,283
Painting - 33.4 x 24.3 x 3 cm Painting - 13.1 x 9.6 x 1.2 inch
CHF 440
Painting - 30 x 43 x 1 cm Painting - 11.8 x 16.9 x 0.4 inch
CHF 6,649
Painting - 56 x 42 x 1 cm Painting - 22 x 16.5 x 0.4 inch
CHF 11,734
Painting - 89 x 146 x 2 cm Painting - 35 x 57.5 x 0.8 inch
CHF 4,694
Painting - 63.1 x 48.7 x 0.1 cm Painting - 24.8 x 19.2 x 0 inch
CHF 1,760
Painting - 63.4 x 48.8 x 0.2 cm Painting - 25 x 19.2 x 0.1 inch
CHF 1,467
Painting - 116 x 89 x 2 cm Painting - 45.7 x 35 x 0.8 inch
CHF 3,911
Painting - 150 x 150 x 2 cm Painting - 59.1 x 59.1 x 0.8 inch
CHF 4,107
Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
CHF 4,889
Painting - 50 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch
CHF 4,400
Painting - 120 x 80 x 1 cm Painting - 47.2 x 31.5 x 0.4 inch
CHF 1,956
Painting - 120 x 60 x 2 cm Painting - 47.2 x 23.6 x 0.8 inch
CHF 4,400
Painting - 184 x 137 x 1 cm Painting - 72.4 x 53.9 x 0.4 inch
CHF 8,410
Painting - 29.7 x 21 x 0.1 cm Painting - 11.7 x 8.3 x 0 inch
CHF 430
Painting - 92 x 73 x 2 cm Painting - 36.2 x 28.7 x 0.8 inch
CHF 3,911
Painting - 81 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 31.9 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
CHF 4,694
Painting - 50 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 19.7 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
CHF 3,520
Painting - 90 x 139 x 4 cm Painting - 35.4 x 54.7 x 1.6 inch
CHF 11,147
Painting - 110 x 135 x 4 cm Painting - 43.3 x 53.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 14,863
Painting - 110 x 135 x 4 cm Painting - 43.3 x 53.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 14,863
Painting - 60 x 80 x 3 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch
CHF 6,063
Painting - 60 x 80 x 3 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch
CHF 5,378
Painting - 110 x 135 x 4 cm Painting - 43.3 x 53.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 14,863
Painting - 60 x 80 x 3 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch
CHF 6,004
Painting - 100 x 135 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 53.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 12,765
Painting - 80 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
CHF 6,258
Painting - 120 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
CHF 13,260
Painting - 110 x 135 x 3 cm Painting - 43.3 x 53.1 x 1.2 inch
CHF 14,834
Painting - 185 x 235 x 5 cm Painting - 72.8 x 92.5 x 2 inch
CHF 31,291
Painting - 100 x 80 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch
CHF 6,258
Painting - 80 x 60 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 1.2 inch
CHF 5,378
Painting - 120 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
CHF 13,260
Painting - 100 x 80 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch
CHF 6,258
Painting - 120 x 150 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 59.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 17,797
Painting - 120 x 150 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 59.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 16,575
Painting - 200 x 200 x 4 cm Painting - 78.7 x 78.7 x 1.6 inch
CHF 9,778
Painting - 90 x 130 x 3 cm Painting - 35.4 x 51.2 x 1.2 inch
CHF 5,378
Painting - 150 x 120 x 4 cm Painting - 59.1 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
CHF 20,535
Painting - 120 x 150 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 59.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 19,557
Painting - 120 x 150 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 59.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 19,557
Painting - 120 x 150 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 59.1 x 1.6 inch
CHF 19,850
Painting - 50 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch
CHF 5,280
Painting - 135 x 110 x 4 cm Painting - 53.1 x 43.3 x 1.6 inch
CHF 17,503
Painting - 135 x 110 x 4 cm Painting - 53.1 x 43.3 x 1.6 inch
CHF 17,503
Painting - 60 x 80 x 4 cm Painting - 23.6 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch
CHF 6,356
Painting - 80 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch
CHF 6,356
Painting - 60 x 50 x 4 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 1.6 inch
CHF 5,280
Painting - 50 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch
CHF 5,280
Painting - 120 x 100 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 39.4 x 1.6 inch
CHF 15,646
Painting - 110 x 270 x 4 cm Painting - 43.3 x 106.3 x 1.6 inch
CHF 19,166
Painting - 60 x 50 x 4 cm Painting - 23.6 x 19.7 x 1.6 inch
CHF 5,280
Painting - 100 x 80 x 4 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 1.6 inch
CHF 7,432
Painting - 80 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch
CHF 6,356
Painting - 50 x 120 x 4 cm Painting - 19.7 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
CHF 12,125
Painting - 80 x 60 x 4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 1.6 inch
CHF 6,356
Painting - 55 x 70 x 4 cm Painting - 21.7 x 27.6 x 1.6 inch
CHF 8,801
Tempera painting is a technique that uses egg yolk as a binder for pigments. It differs from other painting techniques like oil and acrylic in that it dries quickly and has a matte finish. It was commonly used in medieval and Renaissance art and is still used today by some artists.
Tempera paint is a popular choice for artists due to its vibrant colors and easy clean-up. However, it can be prone to cracking and may not adhere well to certain surfaces. Additionally, it is not as durable as other types of paint and may require multiple layers for full coverage.
Some famous examples of tempera paintings throughout history include the works of Italian Renaissance artists such as Botticelli and Raphael, as well as the Byzantine icons of the Eastern Orthodox Church. The medium was also popular in medieval Europe for illuminated manuscripts and religious art.
Choose your preferences
The art is yours
The art is yours