First used during the Renaissance, pastels have long been a staple in artist studios. "Powdered Pigments" brings together 30 outstanding examples from the Museum’s collection. First used during the ...

Analytical technology was applied in the field of cultural heritage science in the 1980s 4,5,6. Since then, rapid technological development has inspired numerous studies that have primarily explored ...

Thanks to their special iridescence and unmatched beauty, pearls have been highly sought after throughout history. Due to their rarity and demand, the development of pearlescent pigments to mimic the ...