At the end of the 19th century Gustave Sennelier recognised the need to produce colours that only contained the highest quality pigments. This tradition and respect for materials is still upheld by Sennelier today. With over 125 years of experience Sennelier are one of the world’s most respected fine art brands. Each pastel is composed of high quality pure pigment and a natural transparent binder. The exceptional brightness is the result of exclusive recipe. Their comfortable handling and large contact surface allow large areas to be covered with a high degree of regularity.

The Dark Skin Tones contains 6 pieces of half sticks perfect for creating portraits: 412 - Cassel Earth; 442 - Violet Brown Lake; 406 - Van Dyck Violet; 61 – Bistre; 131 - Golden Ochre; 439 - Van Dyck Brown.