Historical pigment, made from Tyrian purple and stone powder.

Processed according to the instructions Pliny the Elder and therefore suitable for painting. The pigment is suitable for egg white, acrylic dispersion (e.g. dispersion K52) or gum arabic. In linseed oil or egg yolk the color becomes grayish. Literature: Plinius the Older: Naturalis historia, Book 35, Chapter 26.

Available in 1 gram size. Can be special ordered in a 5 gram size - please contact us for pricing.

Technical Data:

• ColorIndex: NV 1.75800

• Suitability: Acrylics, Watercolor / Gouache

• Colors:‍ Violet

Handling Warnings:

• Do not use with egg yolk and in binders containing oil