{"product_id":"purpurissum-tyrian-deep-purple-watercolor-paint-425137678","title":"Purpurissum Tyrian Deep Purple Watercolor Paint","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePurpurissum Tyrian Blue Shade 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\u003ePurpurissum is one of the rarest and most historically significant purple pigment that dates back to antiquity. Derived through the traditional method of the secretions of Mediterranean sea snails (Murex brandaris and Murex trunculus), this legendary color\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003ealso known as Tyrian Purple\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003ewas reserved for royalty, high priests, and imperial use due to its extreme cost and powerful symbolism. Our Purpurissum watercolor continues that legacy, made from the exact recipe described by Pliny using True Tyrian to create the iconic deep purple hue. This color flows with a soft granulation and deep, warm undertones, perfect for sacred art, illuminated manuscripts, and regal palettes. Rich, contemplative, and timeless, Purpurissum is more than a color\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003eit's a story of ancient power and art.\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 animal-derived dye (true Tyrian Purple)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Extracted from Murex trunculus sea snails\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: South France\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightfastness: Excellent\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpacity: Semi-transparent with minimal granulation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Names: Tyrian Purple, Imperial Purple, Phoenician Red, Murex Dye\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor Index Code: NV1\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":47875301900510,"sku":"WL-440-0000-half","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Pan","offer_id":47875301933278,"sku":"WL-440-0000-full","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2821\/2702\/files\/d9239001-ca69-40ab-bf23-c5b234f823f5-copy.jpg?v=1769983008","url":"https:\/\/morrowarchival.com\/products\/purpurissum-tyrian-deep-purple-watercolor-paint-425137678","provider":"Morrow Archival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}