Colours

Bring a splash of colour into your life with these curated colours from Europeana

Editorials about colours

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Blue

Explore the colour blue - the colour of the sea, the sky and sorrow

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Pink

In this gallery, we explore the colour pink, often associated with charm, romance and sweetness. Want to #ColourOurCollections? Check our latest colouring book.

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Rainbows

Rainbows have been used as symbols for centuries, from biblical scenes to heraldry to the symbol of pride. This gallery shows all the colours of the rainbow in manuscripts, posters, paintings, and more.

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Colorblock

Sometimes just one colour is enough! Find your favourite in this multicoloured theme of monochrome pieces from Europeana Fashion's collection.

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Green

Explore the colour green, the colour of nature, acceptance, emeralds, envy and more.

Blog post
Iridescence

From archaeological glass to Art Nouveau

Learning scenarios about colours

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It’s a Colourful World

English, Language subjects - Primary school, Secondary school

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Colour-blind Women

Art, English - Primary school

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Colour of the Sky

Art, History - Upper secondary

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Women in History colouring book

Art, English, History - Primary School