Gamboge. Gum resin from the Garcinia tree. 

Editor: This is "Gamboge. Gum resin from the Garcinia tree.," manufactured by James Newman. It seems to be a raw material for artists. What significance does this pigment hold? Curator: Gamboge resonates deeply within the historical symbolism of color. For centuries, this vibrant yellow derived from the Garcinia tree has been prized, representing illumination, enlightenment, and even divinity in some Eastern traditions. Its presence connects us to a vast history of artistic practice, spanning cultures and eras. Do you see how its raw state here hints at the transformative potential held within? Editor: I do now! It's fascinating to consider the cultural weight behind a seemingly simple pigment. Curator: Exactly! Every color carries a history and a story, waiting to be unveiled.