{"product_id":"true-sap-green-watercolor-paint-425137843","title":"True Sap Green Watercolor Paint","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatural Sap Green 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\u003eNatural Sap Green (Buckthorn Lake) is a rare, historically significant watercolor made from the ripe berries of the buckthorn plant (Rhamnus cathartica), carefully extracted and precipitated onto a natural alum lake. Once a favorite of medieval manuscript illuminators and Baroque-era painters, this unique organic pigment produces a soft, olive-green hue with golden undertones and natural translucency. Our version stays true to its roots\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003ecrafted in small batches using traditional techniques to preserve its delicate, botanical character. This color is ideal for glazing, botanical illustration, portrait undertones, and atmospheric layering. Its natural variability and subtle warmth make it a prized addition for artists seeking authentic, plant-based pigments with timeless beauty.\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: Natural organic lake pigment (botanical)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Ripe buckthorn berries (Rhamnus cathartica) precipitated with alum\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Wisconsin, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightfastness: Low to Moderate (best used in protected works or sketchbooks)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpacity: Transparent to semi-transparent with delicate texture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Names: Buckthorn Lake, Sap Green Lake, Green Lake\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColor Index Code: NG2\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":47875302162654,"sku":"WL-404-0000-half","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Pan","offer_id":47875302195422,"sku":"WL-404-0000-full","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/2821\/2702\/files\/cbfbb585-381d-4ea1-ac8a-09fefbd50e1e-copy.jpg?v=1769983008","url":"https:\/\/morrowarchival.com\/products\/true-sap-green-watercolor-paint-425137843","provider":"Morrow Archival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}