Vivianite, genuine | Excellent Lightfastness | Transparent Vivianite is a rare natural mineral pigment. In watercolor this color exhibit a unique range of tones, from blue-gray to green-gray, reflecting the natural variation of this rare mineral, which is thoughtfully sourced in small, carefully selected batches. It also granulates and has a mineral texture. This pigment is found in organic, phosphate-rich environments, such as peat bogs and clay beds or in crystal form often inside fossil shells or attached to fossil bone. The crystalline and earthy forms of vivianite have been used as a blue color since antiquity. Limited availability. Made by hand in Assisi, our watercolors are crafted according to a traditional recipe of raw pigments, gum arabic, local honey, rosemary essential oil and a wetting agent. This artisanal process creates a very pigmented and luminous paint that activates beautifully when wet. Each half-pan is packaged with a corresponding color card with color details for your reference on the back. Mix and match! Explore our PALETTE BUILDER feature to customize a personal collection. A discount will be applied at check out when you fill your palette with 12 colors or more! A. Gallo Colors are 100% handmade. Pans may contain small imperfections like tiny bubbles and minor blemishes. This does not affect the quality of the paint and is a sign of the human touch that goes into making each and every unique pan. Half pans present a choking hazard and are not intended for use by children. Please also keep out of reach of pets. A. Gallo Colors are all cadmium, cobalt, lead and mercury free.
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