Inorganic, Natural Earth – powerful to use as a ground tone and for underpainting.
Its origins date back to the 17th century, one of the indispensable Earth Iron Oxides, sourced from central Italy.
Colour Index PBr7
Drying Fast
Transparency Semi-Transparent
Lightfastness Excellent
Oil Content Average
Tint Power Average
Toxicity Non-Toxic
ASTM D-4236 ✔
Widely recognised as one of the best Oil Colour Paints available, thanks to the high pigment levels used in their manufacture they give strong colours that are vibrant and true providing great coverage and highly resistant to fading.
Michael Harding Oil paints are made by hand in Wales, adopting techniques dating back to the days of the Old Masters.
A popular Artist in his own right Michael Harding states "As an artist and painter I wanted to create colours that were true and vibrant, and paint which was beautiful and durable"
The paints are described as having a buttery, creamy texture that are easy to handle and their texture is easily manipulated.