Composition of nitrogenous “azo” pigments that reproduce the genuine Indian Yellow shade. Luminous, very lightfast, transparent pigment. Frequently employed for warming up hues. Suitable for all techniques except fresco.
Documented by Cennino Cennini, the appearance of Naples Yellow has not been clearly established ; true Naples Yellow is a lead antimonate that was frequently employed in past centuries...
Cadmium colours, discovered in Germany in 1817 by Stromeyer, were quickly adopted by artits, who appreciated their intensity and high tinting strength. All dry pigments designated as...
