Category Archives: Art history

A Deadly Colour

Posted on February 8, 2020 by brushedwithmystery

Matilda  Scheurer and Frances Rollo were killed by emerald green. History only remembers  what is noteworthy at the time, and usually for a reason.   We know the last few days of Matilda  Scheurer and Frances Rollo, but will never know … Continue reading →

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Mausoleum: The face behind the stone

Posted on January 24, 2016 by brushedwithmystery

She challenges Penelope, the loyal wife of Odysseus, for the role of faithful companion. Some ancient texts claim she drank the ashes of her cremated husband in tribute. In history, Artemisia is known for creating a palatial monument for her … Continue reading →

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The Beauty of Colour: Vermilion

Posted on June 27, 2015 by brushedwithmystery

I credit Richard II for my most recent research project.  If he hadn’t been wearing a cloak painted with Vermilion kneeling before the Lapis Lazuli enrobed Madonna, in the famous Wilton diptych, I would never have started my exploration.  I … Continue reading →

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