Golden Cadmolith 

Curator: Here we have "Golden Cadmolith," produced by the Chemical and Pigment Co. Editor: The yellow pigment in the clear jar seems artificially bright, doesn’t it? Almost hazardously cheerful. Curator: Cadmium pigments gained popularity in the 20th century due to their stability and brilliance, changing color production in painting. Editor: Its availability and industrial production democratized color, but what about its health implications for artists? Curator: A valid point, but also consider how it transformed the very nature of painting practice. Editor: Fair enough. It’s a potent reminder that everything has its costs, even beautiful color.