Question

32. Consider the following statements

i) Bronze sculptures in Harappan Civilization were made of “Lost wax techniques”

ii) “Cire Perdue” is another name of “Lost sax technique

Which of the above statements are correct

• A. a) i only
• B. b) ii only
• C. c) Both i and ii
• D. d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) Both i and ii

32 Ans C

Explanation:

● Bronze castings during Harrappan civilization were made of “lost wax technique”.

● Under this technique, at first was figure are carved with a coating of clay and allowed to dry. Then it is heated and the molten wax is removed through a drain hole at the bottom. The hollow mould is then filled with Bronze. Once the metal is cooled, the clay is removed.