Ancient Earth Pigments specializes in historical and safer alternative pigments
for fine artists and creatives of all backgrounds.
New Products In Stock!
Check out our recent blog post for a list of newly available products.
Featuring … Historical Pigment Sets
Explore color through the ages with these hand-picked sets
Shop for Pigments
New Historic Pigments Available
Lapis Lazuli
This is the authentic pigment used from ancient times to make the most brilliant blues. Modern lapis can come from Afghanistan, as did the ancient pigment, and from South America. Our lapis originates in South America. Known as “Fra Angelico Blue,” this pricey pigment was reserved for the Virgin Mary’s robes and the deep firmament (heavens) in Medieval and Renaissance religious paintings. Trans…
$14.25 – $33.50
Specialty Tools
Sheep Hair Hake Brush
1-3/8 in. Hake brushes are specially designed for sumi-e painting. Soft sheep hair bristles are affixed by hand to a smooth wooden handle. A metal ferrule protects the brush head. Create beautiful ink or watercolor washes with ease using this traditional style brush. Made in China.
$16.95