Holbein Vernet Vermilion

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Oil

Holbein

Vernet

Vermilion

Pigments

PR106

Genuine Vermillion/Cinnabar

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Holbein

Vernet

Vermilion

Paint List Review

Despite vermillion’s charm, we found the lightfastness tests done by the legendary Gunzorro to be very helpful. His tests of genuine vermillion displayed darkening in bright sunlight over time: https://www.wetcanvas.com/forums/topic/vermilion-test/page/5/

Information From The Manufacturer

Lightfastness Rating

1 of 4 (4 is high)

Binder

Linseed Oil- Refined

Number Assigned by Manufacturer

V004

Additional Note

Please visit the manufacturer website for composition and health and safety information. Please also do your own research and seek third party toxicology experts for information on dealing with specific hazardous materials.

Additional Paint Note

Vernet seems to only come in smaller 20 ml tubes.