Exhibition Review: "Arsenic and Old Ink: Poisonous Dyes in Victorian Law Books" by Caroline Clavell

Caroline Clavell; Meg Wang

doi:10.17613/6f9xp-w2332

March 1, 2026Open Access

Exhibition Review: "Arsenic and Old Ink: Poisonous Dyes in Victorian Law Books" by Caroline Clavell

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Key Points

To review the exhibition showcasing the use of poisonous dyes in Victorian era law books.
Analyzed the exhibit's content and presentation from the Underwood Law Library.
Evaluated historical significance and relevance to library collections.
Considered the exhibit's contribution to understanding material culture.
Revealed the historical prevalence of arsenic-based dyes in legal texts.
Emphasized the potential health risks associated with these materials.
Highlighted the need for careful preservation and handling of such items in libraries.

Implication

Exhibition review highlights the use of toxic dyes in Victorian law books, suggesting historical implications for library collections.

Abstract

A review of "Arsenic and Old Ink: Poisonous Dyes in Victorian Law Books" from the Southern Methodist University Underwood Law Library, a 2025 library exhibit, for inclusion in ARLIS/NA's Library Exhibitions Review 2026, Issue 4.

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