The Story
India Red: Originally a natural more purple iron oxide imported from India. First synthesized in the 18th century as a "Mars" color, contemporary India Red is very dense purplish red with great hiding power. Most commonly used to underpaint automobiles. Pigment: Synthetic red iron oxide (bluish shade) (PR 101), Vehicle: Alkali refined linseed oil Lightfastness I, Series 1, OPAQUE.
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Description
India Red: Originally a natural more purple iron oxide imported from India. First synthesized in the 18th century as a "Mars" color, contemporary India Red is very dense purplish red with great hiding power. Most commonly used to underpaint automobiles. Pigment: Synthetic red iron oxide (bluish shade) (PR 101), Vehicle: Alkali refined linseed oil Lightfastness I, Series 1, OPAQUE.
