Red Jasper 1942

Editor: Here we have Red Jasper, a manufactured pigment sample by Ward's Natural Science Establishment Inc. I’m struck by its earthy, almost desert-like quality. What stories do you think this little jar of pigment might whisper to us? Curator: Oh, I love that! It speaks to a much grander narrative, doesn't it? This isn’t just red, is it? It's the potential of red. Imagine the Renaissance artist, grinding his own pigments… what did *they* dream of when they saw this? Editor: That's so interesting. I hadn't thought about the artist's perspective. Curator: Yes! Suddenly, it’s not just a mineral sample, is it? It’s a portal. Editor: A portal to artistry, and a chance to color our own understanding. Thanks!