Named for its similarity to its richly purple semiprecious namesake, Michael Harding's Amethyst watercolour is a cheaper alternative to the genuine gemstone, with all the granulation and transparency that makes the original so attractive. Like the Tyrian purpuras of antiquity, Michael Harding's Amethyst has a depth and richness to it fit for a Caesar. Artists the world over recognise and appreciate Michael Hardings handmade oil paints for their high pigment load and purity. Now watercolourists everywhere will benefit from the unprecedented proportions of pigment in the new range of 136 finely ground watercolours by Michael Harding. These watercolours will amaze with their colour strength, vibrance, clarity, and longevity! Created with care and passion, the vibrance and intensity of pigmentation allows every artist the ability to extend the potential of chromatic brilliance in their art or desaturate to their personal desires. True fidelity to traditional ingredients provides watercolours that are evocatively transparent, intense, and at times exquisitely granulated. The choice is now in your hands. PR 122 Intense Quinacridone Magenta Pigment, PB 29 Sodium Sulphosilicate Pigment Medium Staining Power Transparent Granulating Excellent Lightfastness