Double–Layer Red Lead Hematite–Minium Paint in the Roman City of Italica

L. Garc�a S�nchez; A. J. Criado Portal; A. J. Criado Mart�n

Volume : IV, Issue : III, March - 2015

Double–Layer Red Lead Hematite–Minium Paint in the Roman City of Italica

L. Garc A S Nchez, A. J. Criado Portal, A. J. Criado Mart N

Abstract :

In this work we have studied a sample of red paint pigment from the Roman city of Italica. The characteristic tone of these samples is most likely determined by the composition and the technique used. The aim of this study is to analyse this sample and establish how the glowing red hue was achieved with haematine and lead minium, and examine the pictorial technique used.