vocative of new beginnings, fertility and rebirth, green has enduring appeal due to its inherent association with the natural world. First used by the ancient Egyptians, who created pigmented tones from minerals such as malachite and verdigris, the hue later became popular in fashion and fabrics, as well as being a symbol of life in medieval art. By the Victorian era, the popularity of green had reached its peak, prized for its intensity and light-fastness. However, a major drawback at that time was the use of toxic arsenic and lead in its production. These days, green has returned to its associations with nature, latterly representing environment and sustainability, as well as energy and serenity. Beloved by William Morris during the Arts and Crafts movement, this is a tone that is decorative and restorative
