The Brilliant History of Color in Art

Explore the brilliant history of color in art with Victoria Finlay, an acclaimed writer and journalist. From the origins to the science of color, Finlay takes readers on a journey through centuries of human civilization and scientific discovery. The book is filled with 166 major works of art, most from the collections of the J. Paul Getty Museum, and is written in a warm and conversational style that will captivate readers of all ages. Discover interesting facts and anecdotes, including how Cleopatra made purple the royal color of the Western world, why the black graphite pencil found its way into the hands of Cézanne, and how mango-eating cows influenced Turner's sunsets. No pigment escapes Finlay's shrewd eye in this breathtaking exploration.