{"product_id":"gambir-lake-brown-watercolor-paint-425137677","title":"Gambir Lake Brown Watercolor Paint","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGambir Lake is our exquisitely hand-crafted watercolor paint made with an extremely concentrated, high-quality single source pigment. Every pan is meticulously hand mulled, filled, and labeled\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003eusing only pure local honey and all natural gum arabic to achieve an exceptionally concentrated and richly textured pigment. Every paint is single pigment with maximum concentration and no binders, fillers, or extenders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGambir Lake is a warm, earthy brown made from the concentrated tannins of the Uncaria gambir plant. Used for centuries throughout Southeast Asia in traditional dyeing and botanical applications, this pigment produces a warm, natural tone with excellent transparency and fluid handling. Its soft granulation and subtle warmth make it ideal for organic shadow work, botanical studies, and layered washes. Gambir Lake offers a grounded, plant-based brown with deep historical roots and natural complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis historic pigment is ideal for botanical work, illuminated manuscripts, florals, and light-infused layering. It mixes beautifully with other natural dyes and mineral colors, offering a pure, cool yellow with greenish undertones and excellent glaze potential. Lightfastness is moderate\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003ebest for protected works, portfolios, and collectors who value historical authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSingle Source Pigment: Each product features one pure pigment, chosen for its exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandmade Artisanal Process: Crafted in small batches, our watercolors are hand mulled on a glass slab and hand packed to preserve the integrity of the pigment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaximum Pigment Load: Designed to provide maximum color saturation, our formula contains no artificial additives or fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional Use: Optionally used with a gum arabic \/ ink medium to achieve optimal reactivation and fluidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Type: Organic lake pigment (gambir extract) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Extraction from Uncaria gambir \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Southeast Asia (natural) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightfastness: Moderate \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpacity: Transparent with soft granulation \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Names: Catechu, Natural Gambir Lake \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor Index Code: NBr3\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction Process\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur watercolors are created with passion and precision. The pigment is carefully hand mulled and then mixed with pure local honey, ensuring an exceptionally concentrated and vibrant product. The entire process is carried out by hand\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003efrom mixing and mulling to filling and labeling\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003eso you can be confident in the artisanal quality of every pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor professional and consistent results, we recommend using a gum arabic medium. Please store in a secure area away from children and pets, and dispose of any waste in an environmentally friendly manner in accordance with all local, state, and national regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions or need further information, please don\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003et hesitate to contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morrow Archival","offers":[{"title":"Half Pan","offer_id":47875300917470,"sku":"WL-436-0000-half","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Pan","offer_id":47875300950238,"sku":"WL-436-0000-full","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2821\/2702\/files\/50201836-e04c-4e1a-a134-c9d18a8c42c4-copy.jpg?v=1769983019","url":"https:\/\/morrowarchival.com\/products\/gambir-lake-brown-watercolor-paint-425137677","provider":"Morrow Archival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}