Cadmium Barium Red Deep by Manufactured by The Harshaw Chemical Company

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Editor: Here we have "Cadmium Barium Red Deep" by The Harshaw Chemical Company. It's… well, it's a jar of pigment, really! I find it oddly captivating. What can you tell me about it? Curator: It's like bottled potential, isn't it? This pigment represents a pivotal moment in art history when industrial production began influencing artistic materials. It's not just red; it’s a specific, manufactured red, promising consistency and vibrancy. Think about what that unlocked for artists! Editor: So, a liberation of sorts? Curator: Precisely! And the little star sticker adds a touch of human charm. What a reminder of the art in chemistry, and the chemistry in art. Editor: That's a fun thought. I'll never look at color the same way again.

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