Dyes Collection

Cell structure. Confocal light micrograph of cultured endothelial cells. A fluorescent dye has been used to show the cell structure

Dyeing Harris Tweed
Production of Harris Tweed. An old woman from the island dyes the wool in a cauldron- like vessel which sits on an open fire

Advertisement for Fairy Dyes, promoted, appropriately, by some fairies who flutter through the night sky carrying a length of rainbow fabric. Date: c.1924

Paper chromatograms of various dyes
Paper chromatography. A selection of paper chromatograms of industrial dyes. Paper chromatography involves placing a small amount of the substance under investigation on a piece of filter paper

Bags Of Powdered Pigment To Make Paint, Chefchaouen, Morocco, North Africa

Chile, Los Lagos Region, Puerto Montt, Angelmo harbor market, Chiloe wool yarn dyed with natural dyes

Chefchaouen, Morocco. Colorful dye powders

Traditional shades of paint on sale, Chefchaouen, Morocco

Tanneries of Fez, Morocco
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Advert, Fairy Dyes for home dyeing Date: 1920s

Lever Brothers Twink Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Lever Brothers Limited, promoting Twink, a product which both cleans and dyes materials simultaneously

Drummer Dyes Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for W. Edge & Sons Ltd. promoting Drummer Dyes, used for all fabrics, a bearskin guard drummer can be seen sat below a circular framed room interior

Japan - Dyeing Factory
Dyeing Factory, Japan. Date: circa 1920s

Indigo and Its Transport from India (chromolitho)
735663 Indigo and Its Transport from India (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indigo and Its Transport from India)

Chaudiere servant a la fabrication du rouge d aniline, fuchsine (engraving)
2787755 Chaudiere servant a la fabrication du rouge d aniline, fuchsine (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advertisement for Diamond Dyes (colour litho)
3105730 Advertisement for Diamond Dyes (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Diamond Dyes.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Advert for Lux, soap powder, featuring Miss 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for Lux, soap powder, with hints for holiday clothes packing, 1926 Date: 1926

Ms Fr 2810 f. 54, Fishing for pearls and gathering turquoises in the Gaindu Province
EDI42190 Ms Fr 2810 f.54, Fishing for pearls and gathering turquoises in the Gaindu Province, from the Livre des Merveilles du Monde, c.1410-12 (tempera on vellum) by Boucicaut Master

Saffron (chromolitho)
735671 Saffron (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saffron. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Woad and a Harvest in Thuringia in Germany (chromolitho)
735664 Woad and a Harvest in Thuringia in Germany (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woad and a Harvest in Thuringia in Germany)

Safflower And Its Transportation From Persia (chromolitho)
735660 Safflower And Its Transportation From Persia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Safflower And Its Transportation From Persia)

Chemistry (colour litho)
2795452 Chemistry (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chemistry. Double page illustration contained in one of the series of Les Recreations Instructives)

Atelier pour la preparation du violet de Paris, violet de methylaniline (engraving)
2787754 Atelier pour la preparation du violet de Paris, violet de methylaniline (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dying clothes at home (chromolitho)
3105268 Dying clothes at home (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dying clothes at home)

Cuve et tour mobile pour teindre les etoffes (engraving)
2787752 Cuve et tour mobile pour teindre les etoffes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cuve et tour mobile pour teindre les etoffes)

Dyeing (chromolitho)
735013 Dyeing (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dyeing. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Rosenberg Collection

Gamboge and Its Transport from Borneo (chromolitho)
735662 Gamboge and Its Transport from Borneo (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gamboge and Its Transport from Borneo)

Michel Eugene Chevreul, French chemist (1786-1889), inspecting some new dyes (chromolitho)
724734 Michel Eugene Chevreul, French chemist (1786-1889), inspecting some new dyes (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Michel Eugene Chevreul)

Fiji: Interior of a Chiefs House, Bau (b / w photo)
5992111 Fiji: Interior of a Chiefs House, Bau (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of a Chiefs House, Bau)

Madder or Rubia and the Sale of the Root (chromolitho)
735661 Madder or Rubia and the Sale of the Root (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madder or Rubia and the Sale of the Root)

Using Red Dye (chromolitho)
733188 Using Red Dye (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Using Red Dye.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Atelier pour la fabrication du bleu d aniline (engraving)
2787753 Atelier pour la fabrication du bleu d aniline (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atelier pour la fabrication du bleu d aniline)

Plants used in Dyeing, plate from a botanical study, engraved by J
CHT277085 Plants used in Dyeing, plate from a botanical study, engraved by J. Bishop, 1872 (coloured engraving) by Fitch, W

Colouring seller, 1850 (coloured engraving)
977744 Colouring seller, 1850 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colouring seller, 1850)

Riviere anglaise pour laver les etoffes teintes (engraving)
2787751 Riviere anglaise pour laver les etoffes teintes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riviere anglaise pour laver les etoffes teintes)

Hollyhocks Being Gathered in Bosnia (chromolitho)
735665 Hollyhocks Being Gathered in Bosnia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hollyhocks Being Gathered in Bosnia)

Old Dye House and Dye House, Manchester, 1819 (pen & ink and wash on paper)
CHL404789 Old Dye House and Dye House, Manchester, 1819 (pen & ink and wash on paper) by Barritt, Thomas (d.1820); 14.4x19 cm; Chethams Library, Manchester

Advertisement, Maypole Soap (engraving)
1037156 Advertisement, Maypole Soap (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Maypole Soap)

Maison Fontaine trade card, wool dying (chromolitho)
964027 Maison Fontaine trade card, wool dying (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maison Fontaine trade card, wool dying, depicting two men)

Indigo Manufacture in India (engraving)
1046076 Indigo Manufacture in India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indigo Manufacture in India)

Advert for Maypole Soap 1900s
Ladies in coloured shirts on a bicycle display the range of Maypole soap dyes Date: circa 1900

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Bangladesh, Dhaka, Young man holding a printing block used to print on cotton fabrics in New Market with pallettes of colours in front of him

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China, Yunnan Province, Baisha, Colourful blue and white tie dyed tablecloth displayed in market

Colourful Suzani textile, cotton hand embroidered needlework, for sale, Bukhara
Uzbekistan, Bukhara, Colourful Suzani textile, cotton hand embroidered needlework for sale

Indigo Factory at Sultanganj, Bihar, India
Indigo (a natural dye extracted from plants) Factory at Sultanganj, a city and a notified area in Bhagalpur district in the Indian state of Bihar, situated on the south bank of Ganga river

Domestic Sheep, ewes, close-up of rumps with colour mark from raddle, to indicate they have mated with ram, Cumbria, England, winter

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Dyes, the vibrant essence that breathes life into fabrics and materials, have a fascinating story to tell. From the intricate cell structure of these colorful compounds to their role in dyeing Harris Tweed, they can an integral part of our world. Imagine a whimsical scene where fairies flutter about, promoting Fairy Dyes with their enchanting charm. These magical beings add a touch of wonder to advertisements for home dyeing, creating a sense of fantasy and creativity. In the scientific realm, paper chromatograms reveal the diverse spectrum of colors produced by various dyes. This analytical technique allows us to explore the intricacies within each hue and understand how different molecules interact within cells. Venturing beyond fairy tales and laboratories, we find ourselves in Fez, Morocco - renowned for its tanneries. Here, traditional methods intertwine with modern techniques as artisans skillfully employ dyes to transform raw hides into exquisite leather products. Lever Brothers Twink Advertisement takes us on another journey through time as it showcases how dyes played a pivotal role in shaping fashion trends throughout history. Whether it was captivating Victorian attire or groovy 1960s outfits, these advertisements highlight how they were instrumental in defining cultural aesthetics. Across continents lies Japan's bustling dyeing factory where innovation meets tradition. Ancient techniques blend seamlessly with cutting-edge technology as skilled craftsmen create stunning textiles using vibrant dyes inspired by nature's palette. As we delve deeper into the world through Lever Brothers Twink Advertisements once again, we witness how this industry has evolved over time. From humble beginnings to global recognition today, these ads remind us that behind every color lies years of research and development driven by passion and creativity. Drummer Dye Advertisement adds rhythm to our exploration as it emphasizes not only visual appeal but also sensory experiences associated with dyed fabrics. The vibrant hues seem alive as they dance along with beats echoing through the air, captivating our senses.