Italian Burnt Umber Pigment
SKU: NAP-GROUP-9489015
PRICE RANGE: US$ 8.54 - US$ 8.49
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Italian Burnt Umber Pigment is a natural mineral from Tuscany, Italy that is roasted to produce a reddish-brown pigment useful in tempera, oil, and watercolor mediums. This pigment is obtained from natural earths colored by the oxides of iron and manganese, making it a highly sought-after colorant in the art world.
The history of umber dates back to prehistoric times, with brown earths being mentioned in the earliest painting treatises. The name "umber" was derived from the Italian word "ombra," meaning "shadow," due to the pigment's usefulness in creating dark or shadowy areas in artwork. Today, the term "umber" is associated with brown earths composed primarily of iron and manganese oxides.
Our Italian Burnt Umber is made by roasting natural iron oxide earths from deposits in Tuscany, Italy. The pigment is finely ground and has a reddish-brown masstone and warm yellow undertone. It has excellent tinting strength and good covering power, making it an ideal choice for artists seeking to add depth and richness to their work.
The unique properties of umber make it an excellent choice for a variety of artistic mediums. When heated, the hydrated iron oxide in umber gives up water and darkens in shade, intensifying its tone. This characteristic makes it an ideal choice for artists seeking to create complex, dynamic colors.
In terms of pigment characteristics, umber does not react with other pigments and is effectively used in fresco, oil, tempera, and watercolors. It is considered to be permanent with medium to excellent tinting strength and high opacity. It does not react with solvents and is indifferent to alkalis, but is partially soluble in acids.
In terms of oil absorption and grinding, umber moderately absorbs oil when dispersing it in this medium. The oil absorption ratio is 25–35 parts by weight of linseed oil to 100 parts by weight of pigment. Due to its manganese content, umber hastens the drying of oil and forms a good, flexible film.
From a safety perspective, umber is considered non-toxic, although manganese, a constituent of umber, is considered moderately toxic. Care should be exercised when handling the dry powder pigment to avoid inhaling the dust.
Our Italian Burnt Umber is a high-quality, natural pigment perfect for artists seeking to add depth, richness, and complexity to their work. With its excellent tinting strength, good covering power, and rich, reddish-brown color, this pigment is an ideal choice for a variety of artistic mediums.
The history of umber dates back to prehistoric times, with brown earths being mentioned in the earliest painting treatises. The name "umber" was derived from the Italian word "ombra," meaning "shadow," due to the pigment's usefulness in creating dark or shadowy areas in artwork. Today, the term "umber" is associated with brown earths composed primarily of iron and manganese oxides.
Our Italian Burnt Umber is made by roasting natural iron oxide earths from deposits in Tuscany, Italy. The pigment is finely ground and has a reddish-brown masstone and warm yellow undertone. It has excellent tinting strength and good covering power, making it an ideal choice for artists seeking to add depth and richness to their work.
The unique properties of umber make it an excellent choice for a variety of artistic mediums. When heated, the hydrated iron oxide in umber gives up water and darkens in shade, intensifying its tone. This characteristic makes it an ideal choice for artists seeking to create complex, dynamic colors.
In terms of pigment characteristics, umber does not react with other pigments and is effectively used in fresco, oil, tempera, and watercolors. It is considered to be permanent with medium to excellent tinting strength and high opacity. It does not react with solvents and is indifferent to alkalis, but is partially soluble in acids.
In terms of oil absorption and grinding, umber moderately absorbs oil when dispersing it in this medium. The oil absorption ratio is 25–35 parts by weight of linseed oil to 100 parts by weight of pigment. Due to its manganese content, umber hastens the drying of oil and forms a good, flexible film.
From a safety perspective, umber is considered non-toxic, although manganese, a constituent of umber, is considered moderately toxic. Care should be exercised when handling the dry powder pigment to avoid inhaling the dust.
Our Italian Burnt Umber is a high-quality, natural pigment perfect for artists seeking to add depth, richness, and complexity to their work. With its excellent tinting strength, good covering power, and rich, reddish-brown color, this pigment is an ideal choice for a variety of artistic mediums.