Iron Oxide Red: Ukiyo-e colorant

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Great Wave by Katsushika Hokusai

Hematite 弁柄(bengara): A metallic black-gray or dark red mineral primarily composed of iron oxide.

Hematite

For more information see: Hematite

Examples of Hematite in Ukiyo-e Prints

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Beauties of the Yoshiwara by Suzuki Harunobu

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Beauties of the Yoshiwara by Suzuki Harunobu

Dyed indigo.jpg

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Beauties of the Yoshiwara by Suzuki Harunobu

Dyed indigo.jpg

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Beauties of the Yoshiwara by Suzuki Harunobu

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Beauties of the Yoshiwara by Suzuki Harunobu

Analysis

X-ray fluorescence analysis (XRF) is used to detect iron, which is an indication for the presence of hematite (Fe2O3).

  • XRF spectrum of red lead

Other Images of Hematite

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List of Prints

List of prints where indigo was detected

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