With the Technique of Fresco Secco,as Illustrated in the Ajanta

With the technique of fresco secco,as illustrated in the Ajanta Buddhist caves,the artist

A) applies the paint into fresh plaster making the painting very durable.
B) applies the paint on top of a dried ground,making it easier for the artist to get a high degree of detail.
C) applies the paint onto a canvas support.
D) paints onto a ceramic vessel before it is fired.