Turner’s Yellow
PY30
Pigment Description
A pigment with a confusing history, PY30 is sometimes called Turner's Yellow, but it seems to have been named for a chemist and not a painter. This article from Jackson's does a great job of outlining some of the historical meanderings that this pigment has seen. We have also found some contradiction in older sources.
It is fairly common to see blends named Turner's Yellow which seem to be inspired by the painter. They do not necessarily seek to emulate this specific color, PY30.
Resources
Turner’s Yellow pigment data from David G. Myers, The Color of Art Pigment Database, Artiscreation.com
Hatch, Evie (2024, October 28). Pigment Stories: The Enduring Appeal of Alizarin Crimson https://www.jacksonsart.com/blog/2024/10/28/the-story-of-turners-yellow-the-other-turner/. Jackson's Art Supplies
Stats
Lightfastness
Not much data available for lightfastness.
Unknown. One source (Artiscreation) lists it as Excellent but may darken
Transparency
Opaque
Toxicity
Toxic
Handle as toxic and as always, consult health and safety experts. Treat all pigments and paints with studio safety protocols.
Chemical Name
Lead Oxychloride (?) We also found a reference to lead oxychloride as Pattison’s White in a book by Church on oil paints.
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