{"product_id":"galena-pigment","title":"Galena Pigment","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003eGalena is a handmade natural pigment ground from galena, a lead sulfide mineral (PbS). It produces a dark, cool grey with a strong metallic, silvery lustre and a very heavy, coarse, dense texture. In washes and thin films it gives soft, shimmering greys; in heavier layers it builds to an almost black, metallic surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn use, Galena gives metallic greys for drawing, toned grounds, metalwork, stone and atmospheric effects. It is heavy and granulates strongly in watercolor. Because it is a sulfide, it should not be mixed with lead white or copper pigments. It is toxic and should be handled with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory\u003cbr\u003eGalena is the principal ore of lead and has been mined since antiquity. In ancient Egypt, ground galena was the main ingredient of dark kohl eye paint, applied for beauty and to protect the eyes from sun and disease. Galena was also widely used in the ancient Near East and Mediterranean as a cosmetic and in glazes. As a painting pigment it is rare, offering a distinctive metallic grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Information\u003cbr\u003ePigment Type: Natural (Inorganic) lead sulfide mineral\u003cbr\u003eSource: Natural galena (PbS), crushed and ground\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Czech Republic\u003cbr\u003eSuitable Mediums: Watercolor, Gouache, Oil, Tempera, Acrylic, Encaustic\u003cbr\u003eLightfastness: Excellent\u003cbr\u003eOpacity: Opaque\u003cbr\u003eOther Names: Lead Glance, Lead Sulfide, Kohl Mineral\u003cbr\u003eColor Index Code: N\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHealth and Safety\u003cbr\u003eFor art use only. Not for cosmetic, food or children's use.\u003cbr\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets. Do not eat, drink or smoke while working.\u003cbr\u003eAvoid creating or breathing dust. Work in a ventilated area and wear a NIOSH approved dust respirator (P100 or better) when handling dry pigment.\u003cbr\u003eWear gloves and eye protection. Wash hands and work surfaces after use, and never rinse pigment into drains.\u003cbr\u003eDo not spray apply, sand or burn.\u003cbr\u003eIf swallowed or if you feel unwell, contact a poison control center (U.S. 1-800-222-1222) or a doctor.\u003cbr\u003eSafety Data Sheet available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morrow Archival","offers":[{"title":"2 Grams","offer_id":49385468920030,"sku":"PM-227-0000-0002g","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Grams","offer_id":49385468985566,"sku":"PM-227-0000-0010g","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20 Grams","offer_id":49385469018334,"sku":"PM-227-0000-0020g","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50 Grams","offer_id":49385469051102,"sku":"PM-227-0000-0050g","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2821\/2702\/files\/pig__coarse_galena.jpg?v=1794205790","url":"https:\/\/morrowarchival.com\/products\/galena-pigment","provider":"Morrow Archival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}