03/05/2025
Egyptian blue has endured across the centuries. Although it found less use late Antiquity, it enjoyed a revival during the Renaissance. Artists such as the Italian painter and architect Raphael were inspired by the brilliance and depth of the pigment for their frescoes. The best example is his Galatea, on display at the Villa Farnesina. It remains to be seen whether this brilliant blue pigment will be used to enhance new works of modern art...
