Coles, David
Chromatopia: An Illustrated History of Colour
- ISBN 13:
- 9781760761219
- author:
- Coles, David
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 22 x 16.5 centimetres
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography,Art, Techniques,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the fascinating stories behind the colours that have shaped human history. From the first synthetic colour created by the Egyptians to the majestic purple derived from a predatory sea snail, Chromatopia reveals the origin stories of over 50 extraordinary pigments.
Spanning the ancient world to modern leaps in technology, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in art, history, science, or design. With its unique blend of artistic, scientific, and historical insights, Chromatopia offers a fresh perspective on the colours that have inspired some of the most iconic works of art in history.
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