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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | An unstandardized name used for [ | + | An unstandardized name used for |
| + | [[graphite|graphite]] as well as for a natural black pigment obtained by grinding black | ||
| + | [[slate|slate]]. Mineral black was sometimes used as a | ||
| + | [[crayon|crayon]] or writing tool. | ||
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 13:39, 9 May 2016
Description
An unstandardized name used for Graphite as well as for a natural black pigment obtained by grinding black Slate. Mineral black was sometimes used as a Crayon or writing tool.
Synonyms and Related Terms
black chalk; black lead; graphite; negro mineral (Esp., Port.)
Hazards and Safety
No significant hazards.
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- G.S.Brady, Materials Handbook, McGraw-Hill Book Co., New York, 1971 Comment: p. 611
- Ralph Mayer, A Dictionary of Art Terms and Techniques, Harper and Row Publishers, New York, 1969 (also 1945 printing)
- Richard S. Lewis, Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York, 10th ed., 1993
- 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
- R.D. Harley, Artists' Pigments c. 1600-1835, Butterworth Scientific, London, 1982
- Monona Rossol, The Artist's Complete Health and Safety Guide, Allworth Press, New York, 1994