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Purple Reign.
- Source :
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Archaeology . Sep/Oct2007, Vol. 60 Issue 5, p25-27. 3p. - Publication Year :
- 2007
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Abstract
- The article reports on research conducted by chemists who analyzed paint samples from the Qin and Han dynasties, dating from 221 B.C. through 220 A.D, to determine the recipe for the terra cotta colorings called Chinese purple and blue. The ingredients are similar to blues mixed by both the Mayan and Egyptian cultures; however, the Chinese formula uses barium.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00038113
- Volume :
- 60
- Issue :
- 5
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Archaeology
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 26608056