Prussian Blue

Description

Prussian Blue 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—using only pure local honey and a small amount of all natural, pure gum arabic to achieve an exceptionally concentrated and richly textured pigment.

Prussian Blue is a deep, cool-toned blue with subtle green undertones, made from ferric ferrocyanide. Discovered in the early 18th century, it was the first modern synthetic pigment and quickly became essential in both European and Asian painting traditions. Prussian Blue offers powerful tinting strength, rich transparency, and smooth flow, making it ideal for dramatic skies, shadow work, and moody atmospheric washes. Its unique undertones and historic significance make it a cornerstone of classical and expressive palettes alike.

Key Features

Single Source Pigment: Each product features one pure pigment, chosen for its exceptional quality.

Handmade 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.

Maximum Pigment Load: Designed to provide maximum color saturation, our formula contains no artificial additives or fillers

Recommended Use: Best used with a gum arabic medium to achieve optimal reactivation and fluidity.

Pigment Information

Pigment Type: Inorganic synthetic pigment (ferric ferrocyanide)

Source: Precipitation of iron salts and potassium ferrocyanide

Origin: Germany (early 18th century)

Lightfastness: Excellent

Opacity: Transparent

Other Names: Berlin Blue, Iron Blue, Milori Blue

Color Index Code: PB27

Production Process

Our 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—from mixing and mulling to filling and labeling—so you can be confident in the artisanal quality of every pan.

Usage & Care

For 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.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us.