South Asian art pigments hold a vibrant significance in the world of historical art, as revealed by the ongoing "Mapping Color in History Project." This innovative initiative, spearheaded by Jinah Kim, seeks to bridge the gap in understanding the complex palette utilized by artists across centuries in the region.Through meticulous pigment analysis in South Asia, researchers are uncovering unique colorants that have shaped Indian manuscripts and other artworks, challenging long-held assumptions about their origins.