Sap Green

indian yellow + phthalo green + transparent iron oxide

The original Sap Green, dating back to medieval times, was a watercolor pigment made from buckthorn berries, mixed with alum into a thick, sap-like syrup. Like the original, ours has a dark earthy mass tone and a rich yellow-green undertone. Made with Phthalo Green, Indian Yellow, and transparent Iron Oxide.

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Opacity:
transparent

R&F Encaustics

regular size
Lightfastness:
I

R&F Pigment Sticks

small and large size
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