The Main Thing in the History of Color. Art, Mythology, and History from Primitive Rituals to the Pantone Color Institute

Continuation of the series "The Main Thing in the History...". The history of color from Antiquity to the present. From the production of paints in different eras to the metaphorical language of icon painting, desacralization of color, its symbolism, psychological perception, and utilitarian significance.
Since ancient times, color has fascinated humanity: it was used in black rituals and in the decoration of sacred places.

It was a sacred phenomenon and became part of mass culture. Without color in all its diversity, we would not be able to enjoy painting.
The structure of the book allows for easy navigation through periods, countries, topics, and works of art.