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National Geographic Society (U.S.) Cartographic Division
Middle East
Verdigris is a green colorant made from the corrosion of copper. Its uses originate from Spain and Greece, with Cyprus being one of the best original…
Tyrian Purple
Fragment of lapis lazuli with dedication to the goddess Ninlil
from Kurigalzu, Kassite King. Lapis lazuli has long been favored for religious works.
from Kurigalzu, Kassite King. Lapis lazuli has long been favored for religious works.
Jenny Dean
Logwood Pigment
Here is an entry on logwood as a dye for fiber and fabric. The dye produced by the heartwood of the logwood tree creates a range of colors, from…
Major General Tremernhere
Indigo Pigment
Originally printed in 1858, this map of India clearly indicates in blue the region from which a popular colorant was traditionally grown. Can you…