Very dense black. Slightly violet undertone and greys. Mixes cleaner than other blacks.
Very dense black. Slightly violet undertone and greys. Mixes cleaner than other blacks.
Classification: Synthetic Inorganic, Earth
Chemical Composition: Iron oxides
Properties
Mars Black is an opaque black with a strong and cool masstone, a slightly warm tint, and a warm brown undertone. It is not as black as Ivory Black, but it dries more quickly and has three times the tinting strength. Mars Black is normally the only black available in acrylic form and that is safe to over paint. It can be used in all media without reservation and is widely used as an alternative to Lamp Black and Ivory Black.
Permanence
Mars Black is very lightfast with excellent permanence.
Toxicity
Mars Black has no significant hazards and is the only major black pigment considered non-toxic.
History
The word Mars refers to the Roman god of iron and war. Mars Black was developed in the early 20th century from inorganic, synthetic iron oxide.
Brand | R&F Encaustic Handmade Paints |
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Country of Manufacture | United States |
Type of Store Credit value | Select |