Analysis of Pigments Unearthed from the Yungang Grottoes Archaeological Excavations

Analysis of Pigments Unearthed from the Yungang Grottoes Archaeological Excavations

The Yungang Grottoes, excavated during the 5th to 6th centuries AD, stand as a pinnacle of Buddhist sculpture, representing a precious world cultural heritage. Since their excavation, the grottoes have undergone multiple phases of painting, with a significant amount of pigment still present on the s...

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Main Authors: Xiao Fan, Jianfeng Cui, Shuyu Wang, Lizhong Tai, Jing Guo, Hongbin Yan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-02-01
Series:Minerals
Subjects:
Yungang Grottoes
unearthed pigments
stone carvings
grinding tools
architectural components
mural fragments
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-163X/14/3/221

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