Malachite natural, extra fine, 50 g
Chemical characterisation: Copper hydroxide carbonate
2CuCO3 Cu(OH)O2
Historical powder pigment, suitable for acrylic binders, tempera and gouache.
This rich green copper mineral is known for its bold streaks - ground and sieved.
It’s properties are similar to those of the blue basic copper carbonate, although malachite contains a greater amount of combined water. It turns yellowish green in oil, is permanent in fresco when mixed up fresh with lime, and is also suitable for tempera.
Colour variations are possible.
- Grain size: < 80 µ
- Very good to excellent lightfastness