Description
Oxide of Chromium (No. 305)
Inorganic
Colour Index | PG 17 |
Drying Speed | Average |
Opacity Covering and Tint Power | Opaque |
Lightfastness | Excellent |
Oil Content | Low, Linseed |
Toxic | No |
Conforms To | ASTM D-4236 |
A mid-19th century metallic oxide, with solid covering power and little tinting strength.
It is a heavy, vegetable green which can be surprisingly enlivened by adding yellows.
Landscapists find that its range in mixes and hues makes it a staple green.
It acts very well as a complementary to active red hues.