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A color with obscure origins, Naples Yellow was originally lead antimoniate. Assyrian artists used this pigment to make ceramic glaze. Contemporary history of this color begins in the 18th century but "Naples Yellow" means more a color than a chemical composition. Peter Paul Rubens used this color extensively for skin tones. Because the original pigment is lead based, Robert Gamblin formulated an excellent copy at a reasonable price. Gamblin Artists' Oil Color, Naples Yellow Hue is a pale opaque earthy yellow. Pigment: Zinc oxide, concentrated cadmium sulfide, natural hydrated iron oxide (PW 4, PY 37, PY 43), Vehicle: Alkali refined linseed oil, Lightfastness I, Series 2, Opaque
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