Carbon smoke soot. This black works especially well for fresco, for which it is primarily used, but is entirely suitable for all techniques. Very lightfast.
Carbon from animal bones calcified in a vase, rather than ivory tusks as was in the past. A warm, intense black that turns brownish when mixed with white. Very good lightfastness...
Inorganic, phosphorescent Zinc sulfide powders. Recommended for use with water-based binders (except fresco).
Since excessive grinding weakens their phosphorescent qualities,...
