This review summarises the state-of-the-art of lead-based pigment studies, addressing their
production, trade, use and possible alteration. Other issues, such as those related to the …

This article summarises the history of cinnabar, from its first uses in burials to modern oils on
canvas. After a brief introduction on mercury and contamination issues, the article gets to the …

Natural Fe-bearing ochres ranging in color from yellow to deep red and brown abound on
earth's crust. Quite often, ochres can be used for pigmenting purposes upon little or no …

This review offers an update on arsenic-bearing minerals and pigments with the aim of
serving as a guide for the study of Cultural Heritage materials in which these materials can …

This article surveys pigment terminology attested in ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece,
and the Roman Empire. Various source material is available for exploring pigment …

A hitherto unknown composition is highlighted in the red and black inks preserved on
ancient Egyptian papyri from the Roman period (circa 100 to 200 CE). Synchrotron-based …

Featured Application The results derived from this research paper contribute to the body of
knowledge available for Vesuvian painting techniques and materials and are considered …

Lead white is one of the most important pigments in human history, and its synthesis has
promoted the development of art and cosmetics. The corrosion approach to synthesize lead …

Imaging spectroscopy (IS) is an important tool in the comprehensive technical analysis
required of archaeological paintings. The complexity of pigment mixtures, diverse artistic …

Abstract Traditional “stack “manufacturing process (16–19th c.) of lead white pigment by
lead corrosion is explored by exposing metal to acetic acid, carbon dioxide, dioxygen and …