Researchers Discover Uncommon Luminous Hue in Famed Jackson Pollock Masterpiece; However, Access Restricted
Jackson Pollock's groundbreaking painting "Number 1A, 1948" has long captivated art enthusiasts with its vibrant manganese blue splatters. Now, researchers have uncovered the chemical origin of this iconic colour – Manganese blue.
First patented in 1935, Manganese blue was a pigment used frequently by artists, including Jackson Pollock, until it was phased out by the 1990s due to environmental and health concerns. The manufacturer of this discontinued pigment was the Cassirer company.
The vibrant blue color in "Number 1A, 1948" has been identified as Manganese blue, a chemically complex compound known as barium manganate (VI) sulfate. The blue hue results from the absorption of light in the purple and green regions, allowing the reflected blue color.
The manganese blue pigment in Pollock's painting was combined with a yellow pigment, creating a green hue, not a green pigment. This finding underscores the importance of understanding the precise pigments used in artworks, as some chemical conditions might react adversely with specific pigments.
The researchers' work detailing Pollock's first confirmed use of Manganese blue is published in the journal PNAS. This discovery not only sheds light on Pollock's artistic process but also provides valuable information for conservationists.
Leaving a record of the pigments used in paintings can aid conservationists in their efforts to preserve artworks for future generations. Many pigments are sensitive to environmental factors such as intense light, ultraviolet radiation, and humidity fluctuations. Knowledge of the exact chemical compound of a pigment can be crucial for developing effective display strategies.
Moreover, identifying the exact chemical compound of a pigment can help conservationists develop strategies to protect artworks from degradation. Pigment identification can help determine suitable treatment options, as some chemical conditions might react adversely with specific pigments.
In the context of conservation, it's important for artists to leave a record of the pigments they use in their paintings. This practice can greatly assist conservationists in their mission to preserve these cultural treasures for generations to come.
Jackson Pollock, a famous American painter known for his abstract expressionism and the "drip and splash" and "all-over" style of painting, continues to inspire and intrigue art lovers with his innovative techniques and captivating works. The revelation of the manganese blue hue in "Number 1A, 1948" further emphasizes the significance of this quintessential example of his action painting technique.
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