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Michael Harding Handmade Oil 40ml tube- Indian Yellow 40ml (series 2)

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Ⓥ VEGAN

A modern, organic equivalent that matches the beauty of the original colour, used for centuries in Mughal miniatures, but having greater tint power and reliability. 

When brushed thinly over hued backgrounds, it presents a vibrant and warm mustard yellow.

Diarylide Yellow is a synthetic organic Lake that replaces uric acid, which was made by warming the urine of Indian cows fed on mango leaves. 

Please note that Michael Harding Indian Yellow is not made with animal waste.

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Colour Index PY83
Drying Slow
Transparency Very Transparent
Lightfastness Excellent
Oil Content High
Tint Power Very High
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.

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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.