Charbonnel Pulverized Bitumen

Charbonnel Pulverized Bitumen

Charbonnel is a historic French brand with roots dating back to 1862, when Parisian chemist François Charbonnel began crafting specialised materials for the rapidly evolving world of printmaking. From its early days on the banks of the Seine, the brand became a trusted resource for artists exploring intaglio, etching and lithography, attracting legendary names such as Pissarro, Renoir, Degas, Manet and later Picasso, Chagall and Dalí. Renowned for exceptional quality and continuous innovation, Charbonnel has evolved alongside artistic and technological advances while remaining deeply connected to traditional craftsmanship.

Today, as part of the Lefranc Bourgeois family, Charbonnel continues to be an international benchmark in fine art printmaking, offering professional inks, grounds and a growing range of materials for restoration, gilding, conservation and fresco painting.

About this product:

• This powdered bitumen is primarily used for preparing zinc and copper plates, as well as for creating the necessary engraving bases in aquatint printing;
  
• Product features finely ground bitumen, very suitable for application;
  
• Soluble in turpentine and mineral spirits, facilitating its mixing and application;
  
• Recommended to mix with varnish to enhance the acid resistance of the powdered bitumen;
  
• Net weight of 500 grams, ideal for multiple applications;
  
• Ideal for granulating engraving plates, preparing engraving bases for aquatint techniques and improving the quality of engraving;
  
• To achieve the best results, make sure to follow the usage recommendations and properly mix the bitumen with other materials - this will ensure better adhesion and quality in the final prints.