Experience the luminous warmth of classical portraiture with Conté à Paris Carrés Esquisse Sketching Pastel Crayons, Sanguine Watteau, Pack of 2. Named after the French Rococo painter Antoine Watteau, this variation of Sanguine features a softer, rosier tone ideal for capturing delicate skin tones, subtle highlights, and expressive shading. The square design offers exceptional control, sharp edges for fine details and broad sides for rich, tonal coverage. With a creamy, slightly softer core than traditional pencils, these crayons deliver effortless blending and even laydown. Perfect for life drawing, portrait studies, and academic sketches, Sanguine Watteau embodies the refined beauty of historical artistry through the trusted craftsmanship of Conté à Paris.
- Elegant Sanguine hue: Inspired by 18th-century French painting, this soft, rosy tone adds warmth and refinement to portraits and figure drawings.
- Smooth and blendable: Slightly softer core produces rich, even color application with clean gradations and easy smudging.
- Versatile square (carré) design: Flat edges create broad tonal areas while corners allow crisp lines and fine details.
- Clean handling and coverage: Engineered to lay down evenly with minimal dust, preserving both texture and precision in every stroke.
- Artisan tradition: Made by Conté à Paris, trusted since 1795 for exceptional materials used by artists around the world.
- Trusted Conté à Paris Quality: A heritage brand known for craftsmanship, pigment strength, and precision.