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Chalk

This page presents the Spectroscopic analysis of this pigment.
The pigment has been examined using XRF spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, FTIR spectroscopy, and Reflectance Spectroscopy. These complementary techniques provide valuable insights into the pigment’s composition and structure.
This page aims to show which analytical methods are most effective for identifying this pigment in artworks and historical materials. By comparing results across different techniques, it serves as a practical reference for Heritage Science, Conservation, and Pigment Analysis.

Opaque in water media, but nearly transparent in oil

Manufacturer / product code: Kremer / 58000
Chemical description: natural calcium carbonate. This product is from France. Kremer PDF
Color: white
Color Index: PW18
More info: Pigments Through The Ages

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1 thought on “chalk”

Ashley Scavuzzo
March 24, 2024

Hello!

I am using the FTIR non-invasive Spectroscopy Pigments (pure, no binder) Database for my M.S. thesis. Could you please provide a citation I can use to address the database correctly? Thank you!