The reddest of the violets.
The reddest of the violets.
Classification: Synthetic Inorganic
Chemical Composition: Manganese ammonium pyrophosphate
Properties
Manganese Violet is a semi-transparent, bluish-violet pigment with a discrete opacity and low tinting strength. It is the reddest of the violets and covers and dries well in oil and tempera. It also performs well in pastel, encaustic, and watercolour. Manganese Violet is not well suited for fresco or acrylic painting. There can be significant differences in colour across brands. It shares similar properties with bluish shades of Cobalt Violet.
Permanence
Manganese Violet has excellent permanence and lightfastness and is one of the most lightfast, balanced violets in watercolour form.
Toxicity
Manganese Violet is highly toxic if inhaled and moderately toxic if ingested.
History
This pigment was developed in 1868 by E. Leykauf to replace the more expensive Cobalt Violet. It was not offered as an artist’s pigment until 1890.
Size | 38 ml |
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Brand | R&F Encaustic Handmade Paints |
Country of Manufacture | United States |
Type of Store Credit value | Select |