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Azurite
High-purity natural mineral pigment from the Guangxi region of China, known for its exceptional natural blue hue.
Azurite Study Set – Color Variations through Granulation (4 x 5ml)
Azurmalachite
High-purity natural mineral pigment, known for its unique blue-green hue — the result of the natural combination of azurite and malachite within the same mineral.
Basic Collection Watercolors
Basic pigments collection
Black Iron Oxide
Black Iron Oxide
Synthetic black pigment of high purity, known for its excellent deep black chromatic performance. The watercolours are handcrafted and packaged under controlled environmental conditions, following traditional production techniques.
Burgundy Red Ochre
High-purity ochre originating from the historic deposits of Burgundy, France. It is distinguished by its warm, terracotta-red hue. The Burgundy ochre is considered rare today, as the region’s mines have long ceased operation—making this pigment especially valuable.
Burgundy Yellow Ochre
High-purity ochre originating from the historic deposits of Burgundy, France. It is distinguished by its warm, golden-yellow hue. Burgundy ochre is considered rare today, as the mines in the region are no longer in operation — making it a particularly valuable pigment.
Burnt Sienna
High-purity burnt sienna, derived from natural earths rich in iron oxides, which are heated to develop a warmer and deeper tonality.
Burnt Sienna
Burnt Sienna of high purity, originating from natural earths rich in iron oxide and hydroxide, which are heated to develop a warmer and deeper tonal quality. The watercolours are handmade and hand-packaged under controlled environmental conditions, following traditional production techniques.
Burnt Umber
High-purity natural pigment derived from earths rich in iron and manganese oxides and hydroxides (Fe₂O₃, FeO(OH), MnO₂) within a clay matrix. During thermal treatment, the hydroxides are converted into stable oxides, resulting in a deeper, warmer reddish-brown hue and improved color purity and stability.
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Lapis Lazuli: The Stone That Shaped the History of Blue
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Icon of Saint Nikolaos by Aggelos Akotantos (15th century): Conservation and Technical Analysis
Characterization of Pigments in Wall Paintings of Macedonian Tombs Using Noninvasive and Nondestructive Techniques
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