EPISODE · Apr 18, 2026 · 26 MIN
Blood, Sweat, and Ultramarine: The Deadly Pursuit of Perfect Color
from Canvas & Consequence · host Podcaster
From arsenic-laced greens that literally killed Victorian wallpaper manufacturers to the medieval monks who hoarded lapis lazuli like drug dealers, the history of paint is absolutely batshit insane. We're diving into how artists risked their lives, fortunes, and sanity chasing the perfect shade—and how a few sneaky chemists changed art forever. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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From arsenic-laced greens that literally killed Victorian wallpaper manufacturers to the medieval monks who hoarded lapis lazuli like drug dealers, the history of paint is absolutely batshit insane. We're diving into how artists risked their lives, fortunes, and sanity chasing the perfect shade—and how a few sneaky chemists changed art forever.
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