Description
RED OCHER DARK
Rich dark red; a prehistoric pigment still mined in France, composed of natural earth, ocher, iron oxide, trace minerals. Lightfast, mixes with all mediums and pigments.
AKA: Prune, black currant, [Fr] rouge cassis
Gallery photos show:
(1) Pottery made in 550 B.C., painted with black iron oxide and red ocher, on a yellow clay. The theme is The Birth of Venus.
Dianthus flower painted in red ocher dark by Elizabeth Comer
- Country of origin: France
- Transparency: Semi-transparent
- Lightfastness: Excellent
- Composition: Natural Base R101 (77491)
- Chemical formula: Fe2O3+CaCO3
General protective measures:
Always wear a dust mask, gloves, apron and eye protection.
These dry pigments are not sold for cosmetic, food, pharmaceutical or tattoo use.
Keep away from foodstuffs and drinks. Do not eat, drink or smoke during work. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Do not allow children or pets to contact these art materials.
Elizabeth (verified owner) –
a dark, rich warm red. This color is a good warm partner to wineberry.