What pigment could be used for ship maintenance, art, agriculture, medicine, and cosmetics? In the Greco-Roman world, the multi-use ocher pigment called #Miltos filled all these roles. The powerful fiery hue of the pigment livened up classical wall paintings. And it was also used mark sheep…and stain tardy Assembly attendants in #ancientAthens.
https://www.ancient-origins.net/history/miltos-ancient-world-0011178