Caran d'Ache : Neoart 6901 : Wax Oil Pastel : Anthraquinone Carmine

Caran d'Ache Neoart 6901 Oil Pastels combine the softness of wax with the richness of oil, creating a unique pastel with a distinctive working texture and enduring colour brilliance.

Part of the Caran d’Ache Expert range, this is the first wax and oil pastel to meet ASTM D-6901 standards, ensuring exceptional lightfastness for up to 100 years. This special pastel blend delivers superb colour intensity, versatility, and a smooth, expressive application.

Designed for professional artists, students, and those who want to explore colour, Neoart's high pigment concentration and ergonomic octagonal shape provide effortless control for spontaneous, vibrant, and lasting artwork.

Tested in the Arizona desert, the range of 48 colours offer superior lightfastness, with 34 LFI (Best lightfastness) and 14 LFII (Very Good lightfastness) ratings. Featuring 75% single pigment or bi-pigment formulations, Neoart 6901 sets a new benchmark in pastel performance.

With Neoart 6901, Caran d'Ache reaffirms its innovation and expertise, redefining the standard for lightfast artists’ pastels.