Rublev Colours Pozzuoli Red is a premium natural red earth pigment sourced from iron ore deposits near Pozzuoli, Italy. This exceptionally warm orange-red hue comes from clay naturally tinted by iron oxide, with a mineral character that delivers classic earth colour richness without looking synthetic. Like some of the best traditional earths, Pozzuoli Red contains a strong iron oxide component and is valued for its clean warmth, stability, and versatility across painting mediums.
Based on naturally calcined hematite (PR102), Pozzuoli Red is one of those essential palette earths for portraits and landscapes. Use it for warm underpainting, terracotta and brick notes, sunlit architecture, and natural skin undertones. It also mixes beautifully into warm neutrals and muted shadows. As a true red ochre, it is highly permanent, compatible with other pigments, and reliably lightfast.
Key features
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Natural Italian red earth from deposits near Pozzuoli
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Colour Index PR102, permanent and lightfast (ASTM I)
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Warm orange-red earth tone with strong traditional character
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Suitable for oil, watercolour, tempera, fresco, and acrylic dispersions
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Excellent for underpainting, warm shadows, landscapes, and portrait palettes
Safety note: Considered non-toxic, but avoid inhaling dry pigment dust. Use a mask and good ventilation when handling powder.
