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The warm, earthy resonance of red ochre is steeped in history, carrying within it the weight of human survival. The first red pigment ever discovered, ochre was derived from iron rich rocks containing hematite hundreds of thousands of years ago, a highly pigmented mineral that easily stained the skin and could be shaped into sticks,...

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What pigment could be used for ship maintenance, art, agriculture, medicine, and cosmetics? In the Greco-Roman world, the multi-use ocher pigment called Miltos filled all these roles. The powerful fiery hue of the pigment livened up classical wall paintings. And it was also used mark sheep…and stain tardy Assembly attendants in ancient Athens.

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About this item Natural Mineral Pigments: Pigments obtained from natural earths, ochres and oxides (clay containing ferric oxide), extracted from quarries. Good UV resistance. Yields soft natural tones. Matte and opaque finish. Pigments can be utilized for a multitude of coloring uses. For concrete, cement, mortar, plaster, lime, clay and other masonry products. For chalk, milk, flour, lime, clay and other natural based paints and decorative wall coatings & stuccos. Pigments may also be used…

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