Manganese Violet

Description

Manganese Violet Watercolor Ink is our exquisitely hand-crafted watercolor ink made with an extremely concentrated, high-quality single source pigment. Every bottle is meticulously hand mixed, poured, and sealed, using only pure distilled water and a small amount of all natural, pure gum arabic to achieve an exceptionally vibrant and richly pigmented liquid.

Manganese Violet Watercolor Ink is a rich, delicate violet made from genuine manganese ammonium pyrophosphate. First developed in the 19th century, this mineral pigment produces a soft, cool purple with a slight rose undertone and beautiful transparency. With smooth flow and fine granulation, Manganese Violet is perfect for botanical studies, atmospheric washes, layered glazes, and expressive line work. Its subtlety and clarity make it a favorite for naturalistic and classical work alike.

Key Features

Single Source Pigment: Crafted from one pure pigment, chosen for its exceptional chroma and clarity.

Handmade Artisanal Process: Produced in small batches; each bottle is hand mixed and poured to preserve the pigment’s integrity.

Maximum Pigment Load: Formulated to offer the highest concentration of pigment, free from any artificial additives.

Recommended Use: Best applied directly with brush or dropper or diluted with pure water for optimal fluidity and creative control. Not tested with fountain or other pens.

Pigment Information

Pigment Type: Inorganic synthetic pigment (manganese ammonium pyrophosphate)

Source: Laboratory-produced mineral compound

Origin: Europe (modern)

Lightfastness: Excellent

Opacity: Transparent with light granulation

Other Names: Permanent Violet, Mineral Violet, Manganese Ammonium Violet

Color Index Code: PV16