{"product_id":"orange-coral-pigment-425137961","title":"Orange Coral Pigment","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrange Coral is a rare, natural pigment made from finely ground marine coral (Corallium rubrum), traditionally harvested from the Mediterranean Sea (this variety is ethically harvested from the South China Sea). Known since antiquity for its pastel red hue and deep symbolic associations with life, vitality, and protection, this pigment is created using ethically sourced, antique, or reclaimed coral to avoid any impact on living coral reefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen processed into pigment, Orange Coral yields a very light, off-white orange tone with subtle undertones and a natural granulation that lends depth and texture to artworks. It is a mineral-based pigment with semi-opaque coverage, making it well-suited to fresco, egg tempera, oil, and traditional watercolor techniques. Its unique tone pairs beautifully with historical color palettes, particularly gold leaf, ultramarine, and verdigris.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrange coral has been treasured for over four thousand years across a wide range of cultures, from Mesopotamian and Mediterranean civilizations to India and Tibet. Pliny the Elder describes its value and usage in Roman times, not only as a luxury ornament but also as a protective talisman. Ground red coral was used sparingly in medieval painting and manuscript illumination, often reserved for sacred or symbolic imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn both Islamic and Christian traditions, coral represented divine protection, blood, and the soul, appearing in religious icons, apotropaic charms, and rare artworks. Though expensive and difficult to prepare, its rare beauty and spiritual connotations made it a pigment of reverence, especially in high-status commissions. Today, responsibly reclaimed coral allows for the revival of this ancient pigment in conservation work, historical painting, and fine art practice. In the pictured artwork of Thangka Five Buddhas, Coral pigments are used throughout to create soft pastel colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePigment Type: Natural mineral pigment from Corallium rubrum (marine coral) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable Mediums: Watercolor, Oil, Tempera, Acrylic, Encaustic, Cold Wax, Casein, Milk, Swedish Flour\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightfastness: Excellent \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpacity: Semi-opaque \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Names: Coral Orange, Mediterranean Coral, Corallium Pigment \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor Index Code: Not assigned (historical classification only)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePictured Artwork: Thangka Five Buddhas\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morrow Archival","offers":[{"title":"2 Grams","offer_id":47875238363358,"sku":"PL-420-0000-0002g","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Grams","offer_id":47875238396126,"sku":"PL-420-0000-0010g","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Grams","offer_id":47875238428894,"sku":"PL-420-0000-0020g","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2821\/2702\/files\/7b8794f799b7a471b99ee0b5710ac7c0d0b464ff.jpg?v=1769986714","url":"https:\/\/morrowarchival.com\/products\/orange-coral-pigment-425137961","provider":"Morrow Archival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}