1980 Viridian

Viridian was first synthesized in 1859, nontoxic Viridian replaced Verdigris and Emerald Green as a glazing color by the turn of the 20th century. It has good tinting strength, its tint muted like colors of the natural world.

About Gamblin 1980 Oil Color

Gamblin 1980 Oil Colors are made with the same dedication and pure pigments that go into our Artist’s Oils. In addition, we use the same process of mixing, milling, filling, and hand labeling. 1980 Oil Colors are formulated with pure pigments, the finest refined linseed oil and marble dust (calcium carbonate). 

With 1980 Oil Colors, artists experience colors that are true, without homogenized texture or muddy color mixtures. Our approach of using traditional raw materials and manufacturing processes ensures that artists experience the luscious working properties that they expect from their oil colors.

About This Color

Series 3
Transparent
Vehicle: Alkali refined linseed oil
Lightfastness I, PG18, PBK11, PG7