Lead Tin Yellow (Type I)
Widely used from the late medieval period through the Baroque era.
Prized as a luminous yellow with excellent opacity.
Softer and more muted than cadmium yellow. A favourite of artists like Jan van Eyck and Vermeer, it was a staple in European painting before being largely replaced by other yellow pigments in later centuries.
Made by heating a mixture of lead oxide and tin oxide to high temperatures in a kiln.
This process results in a bright, stable pigment with excellent working properties.
Milled in refined linseed oil. No fillers, driers or waxes added.
Exceptionally stable and resistant to fading under normal conditions.
Smooth texture, making it easy to blend and manipulate.
Drying Time: Fast drying due to lead content.
Toxicity: Lead-tin yellow is toxic. Must be handled with care. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid ingestion and skin contact. Wear protective clothing and gloves to avoid contact with skin. Never use near children and pets. Lead can easily enter the system through inhalation, do NOT sand lead white surfaces.
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