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Explore the history of colours in this new temporary exhibition from Saffron Walden Museum. Using objects from the breadth of the Museums collections, delve into the making, meaning and use of colours from the first prehistoric artists to the present day. The exhibition will also feature creative responses to colours from a number of local groups, including touch and sound installations.

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Bone Black, A Brief History of Colours

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Saffron Walden Museum, Saffron Walden, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB101BN

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