Experience the legacy of artistry with the Caran d’Ache Prismalo—the world’s first water-soluble colored pencil, introduced in 1931. Every single pencil is a remarkable fusion of Swiss craftsmanship and timeless performance, offering sharp, vibrant strokes whether used dry or transformed with water into stunning watercolor effects
Key Features
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Iconic Innovation: A pioneering water-soluble pencil celebrated by professional artists, illustrators, and graphic designers.
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Precision Tip: Fine, hard lead with a 2.95–3 mm core ensures clean, precise lines ideal for detailed work.
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Vivid Pigmentation & Lightfastness: Rich, concentrated color that delivers excellent fade resistance, letting your creations stay vibrant for years.
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Artist-Approved Design: Hexagonal cedar body crafted from FSC-certified wood with a neat white end cap and color-coded barrel for easy identification.
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Watercolor & Dry Media Versatility: Use it dry for precise drawing or add a light touch of water to dissolve pure pigment for wash effects, hatching, cross-hatching, and layering. Great for mixed-media projects.
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Swiss Quality Assurance: Meticulously designed and manufactured in Switzerland, meeting high environmental and safety standards (FSC™, CE EN71).
Ideal For
Artists, illustrators, designers, and creatives seeking a single, premium pencil for working with detail, vibrant watercolor blending, or refining specific tones within larger artwork sets.
Feature | Description |
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Product Type | Caran d’Ache Prismalo Water-Soluble Pencil – Individual Color |
Lead Core | 2.95–3 mm thin, firm, water-soluble |
Color & Finish | Highly pigmented, vibrant, lightfast |
Barrel | FSC-certified cedar, hexagonal, color-coded, white end cap |
Techniques | Dry drawing, watercolor washes, hatching, mixed media |
Origin & Standards | Swiss-made, FSC, CE EN71 compliant |