Stories
- Article
A brief history of tattoos
The earliest evidence of tattoo art dates from 5000 BC, and the practice continues to hold meaning for many cultures around the world.
- Article
Illuminated manuscripts, illuminating medicines
From rare bugs to exorbitantly priced plant parts, find out more about the artistic and medical uses of pigments from the past.
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The case for safe skin bleaching
Skin bleaching tends to attract a negative press for a whole host of reasons. But when used to treat medical problems, its positive side becomes clear.
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Written on my body
Scars mean David Jesudason has never enjoyed seeing his reflection. Recounting the stories behind the marks on his face and body, he finds the only one that symbolises hope and happiness.
Catalogue
- CD-Roms
Pigment compendium / Nicholas Eastaugh [and others].
Date: 2005- Books
Pigment cell biology : proceedings of the fourth conference on the biology of normal and atypical pigment cell growth / edited by Myron Gordon.
International Pigment Cell Conference 1957 : Houston, Tex.)Date: 1959- Books
Pigment cell growth : proceedings of the third conference on the biology of normal and atypical pigment cell growth / edited by Myron Gordon.
International Pigment Cell Conference 1951 : New York, N.Y.)Date: 1953
- Pictures
- Online
Pigments: a water-powered multiple pestle mill for crushing madder plants. Engraving.
Reference: 45422i
- Books
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Pigments of flowering plants / by Nellie A. Wakeman.
Wakeman, Nellie A. (Nellie Antoinette)Date: 1913
