Difference between revisions of "Lead white, sublimed"
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| − | In current usage, sublimed lead white refers to [ | + | In current usage, sublimed lead white refers to [[lead sulfate, basic|basic lead sulfate]]. However, in the 19th century sublimed lead white was introduced as a nontoxic white paint pigment that contained a mixture of [[lead sulfate]], [[lead monoxide]], and [[zinc oxide]]. Sometimes the mixture also contained [[barium sulfate]] and [[chalk]]. The mixture was also called leaded zinc white. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 12:10, 21 January 2014
Description
In current usage, sublimed lead white refers to basic lead sulfate. However, in the 19th century sublimed lead white was introduced as a nontoxic white paint pigment that contained a mixture of Lead sulfate, Lead monoxide, and Zinc oxide. Sometimes the mixture also contained Barium sulfate and Chalk. The mixture was also called leaded zinc white.
Synonyms and Related Terms
basic lead sulfate; leaded zinc white; blanco de plomo sublimado (Esp.); branco de chumbo, sublimado (Port.)
Authority
- Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985