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Michael Harding Handmade Oil 40ml tube- Genuine Chinese Vermilion 40ml (series 7)

  • £101.75
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VEGAN PRODUCT

Inorganic – Genuine Chinese Vermillion is a rich, potent colour favoured by the Old Master’s, made from the real Mercuric Sulphide. This is not a “hue” as you will find in other manufacturer’s ranges.

This is a red of peculiar quality its relation to many colours unparalleled particularly in portraiture that cannot be replaced by cadmiums.

Colour Index: PR106
Drying: Fast
Transparency: Very Opaque
Lightfastness: Excellent
Oil Content: Low
Tint Power: Average
Toxicity: Toxic
ASTM D-4236 

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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.