Anatomy of Color: The Story of Heritage Paints & Pigments

Are you fascinated by the history of design and interior decoration? Dive into the captivating world of paint and color with Anatomy of Color: The Story of Heritage Paints & Pigments. This comprehensive illustrated book takes you on a journey through three centuries, uncovering the secrets behind color choices in different eras. From the popularity of primary colors in postwar kitchens to the clean lines and pastel shades of the Art Deco era, this book answers all your burning questions about the use of color in interior design.

Written by renowned historian and paint expert Patrick Baty, Anatomy of Color draws on a vast specialist archive to explore the evolution of pigments and paint colors. Discover how color systems and standards have influenced interior color palettes from the 1650s to the 1960s. Immerse yourself in the creation of traditional earth pigments and their transformation into both common and expensive paint colors.

But that's not all – this book delves into the impact of industrialized production on the texture and durability of paints, as well as the development of twentieth-century color standards. With over 1,100 illustrations, including rare color reference book pages and reproductions of interiors from every era, you'll have a visual feast at your fingertips.

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