Art terms
This glossary explains some of the techniques, mediums, art movements, and other terms you’ll encounter on our website, along with links to examples in the collection.
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Unprimed canvas
A canvas that has not been primed prior to painting
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Unsized canvas
A canvas that has not been sized prior to painting
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Unstretched canvas
A canvas that remains loose and has not been stretched over stretcher bars. Jackson Pollock and others often preferred
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Urethane
A synthetic resin that is extremely strong and often glossy. Urethanes can be used in adhesives, sealants, and enamel paints.
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