Chromatopia : an illustrated history of colour
Coles, David2018
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Did you know that the Egyptians created the first synthetic colour; or that the noblest purple comes from a predatory sea snail? Throughout history, artist pigments have been made from deadly metals, poisonous minerals, urine, cow dung, and even crushed insects. From grinding down beetles and burning animal bones to alchemy and pure luck, 'Chromatopia' reveals the origin stories behind over 50 of history's most vivid colour pigments.
Main title:
Chromatopia : an illustrated history of colour / David Coles ; with photography by Adrian Lander.
Author:
Coles, David, author
Imprint:
London : Thames & Hudson, 2018.
Collation:
223 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 23 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:
9780500501351 (hbk. :)
Language:
English
BRN:
1885687
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Keynes Central Library | Adult non-fiction | 535.609 COL | Available |