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8. Red-Figure
A revolutionary method of Classical vase-painting: the outlines of figures are
painted on with red glaze, creating flowing, active images.
9. Fresco
A painting made directly into wet plaster, creating art that is one with walls.
10. Icon
Byzantine and Christian images of saints, believed to be imbued with holy
power, often painted with gold.
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