Yellow Orpiment Oil Paint

Description

Yellow Orpiment is our exquisitely hand-crafted oil paint made with an extremely concentrated, high-quality single source pigment. Every tube is meticulously hand mulled, filled, and labeled using only pure cold-pressed walnut oil (linseed oil available upon request) and the maximum amount of hand-ground and richly textured pigment.

Yellow Orpiment is a luminous, vibrant yellow created from the genuine orpiment, a naturally occurring mineral pigment prized in historic art. This striking yellow, is the warm, glowing yellow found in medieval manuscripts and revered frescoes, delivers an intensely saturated, radiant color with a natural stone character. Its transparent and granulating properties make it ideal for glazing, layering, and crafting compositions with dynamic, expressive depth. Perfect for artists who value historical authenticity and vivid vibrancy, Yellow Orpiment brings a truly natural and captivating quality to your work.

Key FeaturesSingle Source Pigment: Each product features one pure pigment, chosen for its exceptional quality.Handmade Artisanal Process: Crafted in small batches, our oil paints are hand mulled on a marble slab and hand filled in aluminum tubes to preserve the integrity of the pigment.Maximum Pigment Load: Designed to provide maximum color saturation, our formula contains no artificial additives or fillersRecommended Use: Best used with oil mediums to achieve optimal fluidity.

CONTAINS ARSENIC. DO NOT SWALLOW OR INHALE. WEAR GLOVES AND DO NOT ALLOW IT TO BE ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN.

Pigment Information

Pigment Type: Inorganic mineral pigment (orpiment)

Source: Extracted from naturally occurring orpiment mineral

Origin: China

Lightfastness: Moderate

Opacity: Transparent with delicate granulation

Other Names: Yellow Orpiment, Arsenic Sulfide Yellow

Color Index Code: PY39

Image: "The Sistine Madonna" by Raphael from the The Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister (Old Masters Picture Gallery Germany)

Production Process

Our oil paints are created with passion and precision. The pigment is carefully hand mulled and then mixed with pure cold-pressed walnut oil, 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 tube.

Usage & Care

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.