Ardennes Burnt Sienna Pigment

Immerse yourself in the rich, earthy tones of Ardennes Burnt Sienna Pigment, a natural iron oxide earth pigment that boasts a warm, translucent quality unlike its opaque ocher counterparts. This calcined yellow iron oxide earth pigment is derived from the rolling hills of Ardennes, France, and is renowned for its exceptional lightfastness and durability. With a Colour Index of Pigment Red 102 (77491), this burnt sienna pigment is a versatile addition to any artist's collection.

As an inorganic, earth-derived pigment, Ardennes Burnt Sienna Pigment embodies the essence of the natural world, with its unique blend of iron oxide hydroxide, calcium, manganese oxide, and silica creating a captivating array of yellows, reds, and browns. The iron oxide content in this pigment can range from 40 to 70%, resulting in a pigment with exceptional tinting power and depth of color.

The pigment's unique properties make it an ideal choice for use in fresco, oil, tempera, and watercolor applications, where its transparency and permanence shine. With an ASTM Lightfastness Rating of I, this pigment is guaranteed to retain its vibrancy and color intensity over time, ensuring your artistic creations remain timeless.

As a testament to its exceptional quality, Ardennes Burnt Sienna Pigment has been carefully roasted in furnaces from natural sienna earths extracted from the Luberon Mastif, Provence, southern France. This meticulous process yields a pigment of unparalleled richness and depth, perfect for capturing the subtleties of the natural world.

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just beginning your creative journey, Ardennes Burnt Sienna Pigment is an invaluable addition to your artistic arsenal. With its rich, earthy tones and exceptional lightfastness, this pigment is sure to elevate your work to new heights.