Literary notes about titanium (AI summary)
In literature, the term “titanium” is often invoked as a reference to a distinctive pigment rather than merely its elemental form. Writers have described its use in creating a range of rich tones—from the deep reds implied by red oxides (as seen in [1]) to the vibrant greens produced in combination with nickel, which yield unique green hues ([2]). In some practical discussions of dyeing techniques, titanium compounds, such as titanium-potassium lactate or oxalate, are noted for enhancing browns, yellows, deep reds, and yellow‐greens ([3]). Moreover, the specific naming of “Titanium Green” ([4]) underscores its established identity as an enduring and celebrated color in artistic and literary contexts.
- Red Oxide of Titanium —in Shelburne.
— from American Journal of Science, Vol. 1. by Various - Nickel and titanium also furnish green colours, but these are not in common use.
— from Cooley's Cyclopædia of Practical Receipts and Collateral Information in the Arts, Manufactures, Professions, and Trades..., Sixth Edition, Volume I by Richard Vine Tuson - For browns, yellows, deep reds, or yellow-greens, it is advantageous to use titanium-potassium lactate or oxalate (2 grm.
— from The Principles of Leather Manufacture by H. R. (Henry Richardson) Procter - Titanium Green, 290 .
— from Field's Chromatographyor Treatise on Colours and Pigments as Used by Artists by George Field