Matisse Studio Acrylic Paint 120ml - Manganese Blue (Hue)

Manganese Blue (Hue) from the Matisse Studio Series 1 range captures the vibrant, luminous character of the original historic pigment without the toxicity or scarcity. Originally developed in 1907 for commercial use and introduced to the art world in the 1930s, traditional Manganese Blue was admired for its unique clarity but fell out of favour due to low tinting strength and hazardous composition. By the 1990s, it was almost entirely discontinued.

Matisse Studio’s modern reformulation offers a safe, non-toxic alternative, blending phthalocyanine blue (PB15.3), titanium dioxide (PW6), and chlorinated copper phthalocyanine (PG7) to replicate the unmistakable brilliance and turquoise undertones of the original. With ASTM I lightfastness, this semi-transparent paint delivers exceptional durability, radiant glazing effects, and unmatched colour mixing potential.

It pairs beautifully with Burnt Umber to produce deep teals and cool grey-blues, or with Lemon Yellow to unlock vibrant apple greens, seafoam, mint, and algae hues perfect for coastal landscapes and atmospheric studies. Whether used in pure form or in layered blends, Manganese Blue (Hue) remains an inspired choice for artists seeking vivid, oceanic tones with historical depth and modern reliability.