Methyl Violet 2B
An unfortunate violet. M Methyl Violet or Methyl Violet 2B. A pigment with very poor lightfastness (ASTM IV or even ASTM V- very poor) as well as toxicity of B, so use with care. This color is used by Schmincke.
Unfortunately this color is also a listed as a carcinogen- see Monona Rossol's work on pigments for [more information].
PV3 pigment data from David G. Myers, The Color of Art Pigment Database, Artiscreation.com
General information about this class of pigments from Handprint,
Rossol, Monona. The Artist's Complete Health and Safety Guide. New York, NY : Allworth Press, 2001. The book is rather dated, updated information is available from her website.
Very Poor
Transparent
Hazard, Use more caution
Treat all pigments and paints with studio safety protocols.
Triphenylmethane: PTMA salt of Basic Violet 1 dye
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