Lead-Tin Yellow Light (Type I) Pigment

Description

Introduction

Buy Lead-Tin Yellow Light (Type I) Pigment online from Rublev Colours, a renowned brand in art supplies. This artificial pigment is made by heating lead and tin oxide together and has been frequently used in European painting before the 18th century. With its vibrant yellow color, it’s a popular choice among artists, craftsmen, and enthusiasts.

Characteristics

The Lead-Tin Yellow Light (Type I) Pigment has a color index of -, and its chemical formula is Pb2SnO4. It has a specific gravity of, hardness of, and refractive index of. With an oil absorption of 16.74 g oil/100 g pigment, it forms an excellent film. This inorganic, historical, and synthetic pigment is suitable for various artistic applications.

History and Origin

The earliest recipes for a yellow pigment from lead and tin were found in the Bolognese manuscript from the first half of the fifteenth century. Old Italian manuscripts make reference to a pigment of pale yellow color called giallolino or giallorino, while northern manuscripts use the term massicot to describe a pigment prepared from lead and tin. There are, in fact, two types of lead-tin yellow, designated as types I and II.

Permanence and Compatibility

Lead-tin yellow is not affected by light and is stable under normal atmosphere. It has been found mixed with lead white, vermilion, yellow lakes, ochres, verdigris, indigo, and azurite on paintings. This pigment is suitable for use with various artistic mediums and techniques, providing a wide range of creative possibilities.

Toxicity and Handling

Please note that Lead-Tin Yellow Light (Type I) Pigment contains lead and is poisonous. Utmost care should be used in handling the dry powder pigment to avoid inhaling the dust. Artists and users should take necessary precautions when working with this pigment.