Dragon's Blood 

Editor: This intriguing piece, called "Dragon's Blood" by Madderton, features an old glass bottle filled with a red substance and an adjacent color chart. It's fascinating to see this material displayed. What can you tell me about this artifact? Curator: Well, focusing on the material aspects, we see a manufactured product, bottled and labeled. It makes me wonder about the social context of its production. Was this for alchemical practices, artistic use, or something else entirely? And how was "dragon's blood" sourced and processed by Madderton? Editor: That's really interesting, I hadn't considered the manufacturing aspect. Curator: The bottle itself, the label, even the pigment inside—all represent labor and consumption. Considering these elements shifts our focus from a purely aesthetic appreciation to an understanding of the commodity and its place in society. Editor: I see what you mean; it’s a product first, artwork second. Thanks for sharing your perspective!