Prussian Blue - M. Harding Oil - 40ml
Prussian Blue - M. Harding Oil - 40ml

Prussian Blue - M. Harding Oil - 40ml

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Prussian Blue was discovered in Berlin in 1704 and introduced through the early 18th century. Prussian Blue is one of the first synthetic inorganic pigments and also one of the most controversial. The earlier and less purified versions had a mixed reputation; said to fade in hues, migrate or leech through succeeding paint layers. But modern standards of washing have dispensed with the tendency to fade, and the migratory properties ascribed to this color are no longer reported. Most likely that this was the result of poor stabilizing.

Prussian Blue, like Alizarin, is one of those colors some painters find essential. It has a great deep inky beauty. On its own and in more concentrated mixes it exhibits a slight bronzy sheen which can be used almost like a complementary glaze. Its Tint Power is frightening so beginners beware!

Color Index PB27
Drying Speed Very Fast
Transparency Transparent
Lightfastness Very Good
Oil Content High
Tint Power Very High
Toxicity Non-Toxic
ASTM D-4236 Yes

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