Michel Eugène Chevreul
French chemist
Michel Eugène Chevreul was a French chemist whose work contributed to significant developments in science, medicine, and art. Chevreul's early work with animal fats revolutionized soap and candle manufacturing and led to his isolation of the... Wikipedia
Born: August 31, 1786, Angers, France
Died: April 9, 1889 (age 102 years), Paris, France
Known for: Creatine; Fatty acids; Margarine; Chevreul's salt; Color analysis
Awards: Copley Medal (1857) and Albert Medal (1873)
Parents: Michel Chevreul
Books
The principles of harmony and contrast of colours, and their applications to the arts
1839
The Laws of Contrast of Colour: And Their Application to the Arts of Painting, Decoration of Buildings, Mosaic Work, Tapestry and Carpet Weaving, Calico Printing, Dress, Paper Staining, Printing, Illumination, Landscape and Flower Gardening, &c
1857
On the Law of Simultaneous Contrast of Colors: And Its Timeless Applications in All the Visual Arts
The Principles of Harmony and Contrast of Colours, and Their Applications to the Arts - Scholar's Choice Edition
The Laws of Contrast of Colour: And Their Application to the Arts
1857
A Chemical Study of Oils and Fats of Animal Origin