In-depth phenolic characterization of iron gall inks by deconstructing representative Iberian recipes

Abstract Iron-gall ink is one of the most important inks in the history of western civilization. The deep black colour results from Fe3+ complexes with phenolic compounds available in gall extracts. Unfortunately, it induces the degradation of both ink and support over time. Furthermore, our knowled...

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Main Authors: Natércia Teixeira, Paula Nabais, Victor de Freitas, João A. Lopes, Maria J. Melo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2021-04-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-87969-3