Conté à Paris pencils are known for their smooth application and use of natural pigments. Perfect for life drawing and sketching, these pencils offer high pigmentation that works beautifully on a variety of surfaces, including paper, canvas, and more. They are ideal for both delicate, precise sketching and richer, more opaque shading when pressure is applied. The Sanguine XVIIIe (18th C) #611 Coloured Lead pencil features a deep “rust” color that blends effortlessly, offering excellent lightfastness. CONTÉ À PARIS Founded in 1795, Conté à Paris was created by Frenchman Nicolas Conté, who invented the modern pencil. Used by legendary artists such as Delacroix, Degas, and Picasso, Conté à Paris products—including pencils, pastels, crayons, and charcoals—have revolutionized the art world and are still considered among the finest drawing materials available.
