Italy: Roman fragments reveal a novel use of Egyptian blue

Researchers uncover a surprising technique for applying Egyptian blue pigment to Roman paintings.

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The fragments come from a major archaeological site in Italy, studied for their unique properties.

This method, more durable and cost-effective, could rewrite the history of ancient materials.

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