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Colour Index Code
PR102
Natural Red Ochre
- Chemistry
- Natural iron oxide (Fe₂O₃)
- Origin
- Mineral earth.
- History
- One of the oldest pigments; warm, opaque, and permanent.
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic.
Natural Red Ochre (PR102) is Natural iron oxide (Fe₂O₃). In our watercolour range it is opaque, yes granulation, excellent lightfastness.
- Transparency
- Opaque
- Granulation
- YES
- Staining
- Low
- Lightfastness
- Excellent
PR102: Questions & Answers
What is PR102?
PR102 (Natural Red Ochre) is Natural iron oxide (Fe₂O₃). Mineral earth..
What is the chemistry of PR102?
PR102 is Natural iron oxide (Fe₂O₃).
Is PR102 toxic?
Non-toxic.
Is PR102 lightfast?
In the Michael Harding range, colours using PR102 are rated excellent for lightfastness.
Is PR102 transparent or opaque?
PR102 is opaque.
Does PR102 granulate?
In watercolour, PR102 is granulating.
Which Michael Harding colours use PR102?
PR102 appears in 3 Michael Harding colours: Ochre Havana of France, Red Ochre of France, Puisaye Hematite.
Michael Harding colours using PR102
3 colours across both rangesLightfastness: ExcellentOil Colours containing PR102
0 coloursNo Michael Harding oil colours currently use PR102.
| Colour | Medium | Transparency | Lightfastness | Granulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochre Havana of France W161 | Watercolour | Semi-Opaque | Excellent | YES |
| Red Ochre of France W160 | Watercolour | Opaque | Excellent | YES |
| Puisaye Hematite W158 | Watercolour | Opaque | Very Good | YES |
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