Elevate your art with Napthol Crimson, a rich red hue from the Matisse Structure Formula Series 3. This heavy‑body acrylic delivers bold, opaque crimson tones with warm reddish undertones and buttery texture—ideal for impasto, dynamic brushwork, and expressive layering. Great for portraits, florals, abstracts, and dramatic highlights.
Formulated using a high-performance azo-naphthol pigment, Napthol Crimson offers excellent opacity, lightfastness, and archival permanence. Compatible with all Matisse Structure and Flow paintings and mediums—this colour blends easily and supports full creative expression.
Key Features
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Opaque crimson tone with deep warmth and visual richness
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Heavy-body consistency ideal for textured brushstrokes and impasto
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Archival-grade pigment ensures lasting colour and lightfast stability
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Generous 250 ml volume offers excellent value for studio use
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Seamlessly mixes with other Matisse colours and painting mediums
Why You Should Buy
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Infuses artwork with vibrant red warmth and layered depth
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Perfect for vivid layering, strong accents, and tonal transitions
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Versatile across styles—floral, abstract, portrait, or mixed media
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Professional-level quality known for consistency and longevity
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Large jar supports creative freedom and extended sessions
Usage Tips
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Apply raw from the tube for rich, textured strokes and impasto effects
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Thin with water or medium for warm, translucent glazing techniques
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Blend with whites or deep reds for tints and colour modulation
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Combine with Matisse Impasto, Flow, or Gel Mediums to refine flow, sheen, and drying
FAQs
Is Napthol Crimson archival and lightfast?
Yes. Designed with premium pigment offering strong colour permanence.
Can I blend it with other Matisse colours?
Absolutely. It blends smoothly with Structure and Flow paints for custom tones.
Is it good for palette knife techniques?
Yes. Its thick, buttery texture holds brush or knife texture and detail well.
What visual tones can I achieve with this colour?
Use it solo for bold crimson, layer over earth tones for contrast, or tint it for soft highlights.
