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The Strange History of Color in Art
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Did you know that a rich brown pigment used in 16th and 17th century Europe was actually made from mummies? Art historians join in for a strange, fun lesson!
with Little Art TalksDid you know that a rich brown pigment used in 16th and 17th century Europe was actually made from mummies? Art historians join in for a strange, fun lesson!
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The Mayan peoples sure loved the color blue! In this fascinating art history lesson, discover the origin of Maya Blue and learn why it resists the elements.
with Little Art TalksThe Mayan peoples sure loved the color blue! In this fascinating art history lesson, discover the origin of Maya Blue and learn why it resists the elements.
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Are you curious about the deadly history behind one of the oldest pigments in the world? This art history lesson discusses the uses of Flake White paint!
with Little Art TalksAre you curious about the deadly history behind one of the oldest pigments in the world? This art history lesson discusses the uses of Flake White paint!
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The history of one of the most expensive pigments that’s been prized since antiquity—called lapis lazuli—is covered in this art history lesson!
with Little Art TalksThe history of one of the most expensive pigments that’s been prized since antiquity—called lapis lazuli—is covered in this art history lesson!
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The most expensive purple dye was reserved for royals, and was worth its weight in silver! As a result, Tyrian Purple is famous among art historians.
with Little Art TalksThe most expensive purple dye was reserved for royals, and was worth its weight in silver! As a result, Tyrian Purple is famous among art historians.
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