Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Water Soluble Wax Pastels – 50 Year Special Edition – Portrait – Assortment of 10

Since 1975, Neocolor II Aquarelle has established itself as a staple of Fine Arts, renowned for its versatility and the intensity of its pigments. To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Caran dAche unveils five Special Editions, enriched with 15 new colours, grouped into five thematic palettes: Pop, Lush, Portrait, Pastel and Dark. Each box of 10 colours features three of the 15 new shades. This jubilee honours 50 years of art and inspiration. This set of 10 Neocolor II Aquarelle pastels offers a warm, elegant palette combining soft, delicate tones with rich earthy shades. It includes three exclusive colours – Light Peony Yellow (812), Conch Pearl (531), and Light Wine Lees (593) paired with seven classic standard shades: White (001), Salmon (051), Crimson Alizarin (589), Russet (065), Burnt Sienna (069), Vandycke Brown (045), and Aubergine (099). Together, these colours provide a harmonious range perfect for portraits, still lifes, atmospheric washes, and subtle yet expressive artwork. Specification Caran d’Ache Neocolor II Water-Soluble Wax Pastels – 50 Year Special Edition – Portrait – Assortment of 10 Swiss Made; AP / ASTM D-4236 compliant (Ref. 7500.916) Water-soluble wax oil pastels with a soft, velvety, dust-free texture Superior covering power, excellent lightfastness, and bright colours Box of 10 Neocolor II Aquarelle pastels with 3 exclusive and 7 standard colours Packaged in an iconic red metal 50th-anniversary box with sleeve and colourable chart Applicable on many surfaces: paper, cardboard, wood, pottery, stone, cork, metal, glass, and more