Unveiling the Durability of Egyptian Colors
An international team of researchers has revealed that ancient Egyptian artisans used a mixture of animal and plant-based adhesives, particularly proteins from sesame and moringa, to preserve the colors of their ancient artworks, with religious and symbolic connotations. The study showed that the use of moringa proteins was widespread and reflects the artists' conscious choice of materials linked to the deity Thoth, indicating either a dedication to the craft or a request for divine protection. The team employed advanced proteomics techniques to analyze rare samples from artifacts over two thousand years old, marking the first physical evidence of this practice and opening new avenues for understanding the artistic and commercial patterns of ancient Egypt.
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