Tempera painting (primarily egg tempera), is the earliest type of painting known to man. From the wall paintings of ancient Egypt to the master painters of the Renaissance.
Unquestionably the world's most authoritative text on tempera materials and processes written by D.V. Thompson
Covers the preparation of panels, manufacture of gesso, methods for its application, gilding, pigments and brushes, mixing and handling of tempera colours.

Author: Daniel V. Thompson