Author
Josef Bersch
1840-1907
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Books by Josef Bersch
The manufacture of mineral and lake pigments : $b Containing directions for the manufacture of all artificial artists' and painters' colours, enamel colours, soot and metallic pigments
"The Manufacture of Mineral and Lake Pigments" by Dr. Josef Bersch is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This text serves as a comprehensive guide for manufacturers, artists, and chemists, detailing the processes involved in the creation of various pigments used in art and industry. The book discusses the evolution of color manufacturing, emphasizing the shift from natural to synthetic pigments and the importance of non-toxic alternatives in contemporary usage. The opening of this work sets the stage for a deep dive into the historical significance and technical aspects of pigment production. Bersch introduces the longstanding tradition of color-making, tracing its origins from ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Greeks to the modern advancements in chemical technology. He outlines the fundamental chemical principles underlying pigment development while providing an overview of the various techniques employed over the centuries to synthesize colors, highlighting both the artistic and practical applications of different pigments.
The manufacture of earth colours : $b With thirty-one illustrations
"The Manufacture of Earth Colours" by Dr. Josef Bersch is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work provides a comprehensive analysis of various natural pigments, specifically those derived from the earth, and details their properties and applications in coloration. It highlights the significance of earth pigments in both the artistic and industrial contexts due to their durability and low cost. The opening of the book lays out the author’s intent and background, explaining that this edition is a revision of an earlier volume by his father, Prof. Dr. Wilhelm Bersch. It emphasizes the industrial importance of earth colours, acknowledging the limitations and challenges in expanding the range of natural pigments due to their finite availability in nature. Furthermore, it begins to address the classification of pigments based on their origin and discusses the methodologies for processing raw materials into usable colours, setting a detailed foundation for the chapters to follow regarding specific classifications and preparation techniques for different earth pigments.