Schmincke Horadam Aquarell Watercolour Paint 5ml - S1 - Anthracite

Embrace subtle sophistication with Schmincke Horadam Aquarell Watercolour Paint - Anthracite (Colour No. 786, Series 1), a rich, opaque brownish-grey black crafted from pure Lamp Black (PBk7). This versatile neutral offers exceptional depth and texture, making it an ideal choice for shadows, architectural sketches, tonal studies, and expressive monochrome work.

Derived from the residues of incomplete combustion of organic materials such as gas or oil, Anthracite embodies a refined matte quality and soft diffusion rarely found in standard blacks. Its slightly brown undertone gives it warmth and natural realism, while its opacity ensures excellent coverage and tonal contrast perfect for layering, grounding compositions, or accentuating depth in watercolour landscapes and illustrations.

Every Schmincke Horadam Aquarell paint is formulated with premium Kordofan Gum Arabic from the southern Sahara, carefully tested and selected to ensure superior flow, consistent resolubility, and long-lasting brilliance. Once dry on your palette, the paint reactivates effortlessly, retaining its rich pigment density and smooth, velvety texture.

With over 150 professional watercolours available in 5ml, 15ml, Half Pan, and Full Pan formats (sold separately), and 95 single-pigment hues for clean, predictable mixing, Schmincke Horadam Aquarell remains a global standard for professional watercolour excellence.

Anthracite (Series 1) is an opaque, lightfast brownish-grey black a refined, earthy neutral that adds depth, warmth, and elegant tonal variation to professional watercolour compositions.