Description
This shade is created using mauveine, one of the first synthetic dyes in history. It was accidentally discovered by William Perkins in the mid-1800sd while he was making a cure for malaria.
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Shade |
Mauve |
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Shade Code |
255 |
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Working Time |
High |
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Drying Time |
Slow- May vary on shades, application, medium, weather conditions, and surface |
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Series Number |
3 |
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Pigment Code |
PV 23, PR 122 |
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Transparency |
Semi Transparent- Balanced shades that offer both boldness and visibility of the background. |
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Permanency |
C- Better Permanency can be achieved if used in Mass Tone or not used in Reduced and Wash Tone with shades that have a Permanency rating of B and C |
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Features |
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Superior effects with high-quality pigments and greater pigment load |
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To be used on primed canvas/paper only |
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Must be used with Linseed Oil as primary medium |
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Can be used in impasto, glaze and wash techniques |
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Ideal for 'Wet in Wet' blending |
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'‘Fat Over Lean’ technique offers the best results and long life |
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100% vegan |
