In an article posted by Science Daily on October 15, 2019 they talked about a new unknown yellow used in Ancient Egypt artifacts. It has been a known fact that ancient artifacts were once far more colorful than they appear today. The now white marble and other artworks were once painted with bright vivid colors. Archaeologists studying these artifacts are interested in learning more about the use of pigments, binders, and the techniques. Cecilie Brons, a classical archaeologist states that “it can also tell us about how different cultures in the Mediterrian and Near East exchanged materials and knowledge and thus connected”.
The pigments found on samples of palace fragments they discovered no less than 2 pigments that unknown. At this time they are still unsure if these pigments were commonly available at the time or rare. These yellows have so far have only been found in paintings in the Middle Ages or younger. Right now they are still going forth with chemical testing and further research to learn how those pigments were created and used.
You can read the full article at:
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/10/191015131358.htm
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