Researchers found that even in small dietary amounts, the lutein from marigolds had a positive effect. Marigold has also been found effective against leukemia, colon and melanoma cancer cells. Wound Healing. One of marigold's folk uses has been in the area of wound healing. Rubbed on burns, scrapes and irritated skin, marigolds provide relief. When tested on rats, researchers in Brazil found that one of the mechanisms for wound healing comes from marigolds having the ability to promote the growth of new skin tissue, as well as new blood vessels that feed the skin.
Christopher Wool. Perhaps one of the worldâs most important living painters, Christopher Wool is an American artist who has been active since the 1970s. He is most famous for his series of paintings that use stenciled black letters on white canvas or metal backgrounds to spell out phrases and words.
Important Art and Artists of Minimalism. The below artworks are the most important in Minimalism - that both overview the major ideas of the movement, and highlight the greatest achievements by each artist in Minimalism. Don't forget to visit the artist overview pages of the artists that interest you.