Timeless, Natural Inks Trusted by Generations of Printmakers

Charbonnel Etching Inks have been a cornerstone of fine art printmaking for over a century, valued for their rich color, natural ingredients, and professional quality. Made from 100% natural, non-toxic materials and bound with linseed oil, these inks offer excellent coverage even when diluted and deliver consistent, high-quality results with every print.

Each color is formulated with pigments that have low acidity and strong lightfastness. Like traditional oil paints, the inks dry through oxidation, with drying times of about two to three weeks depending on the color. They can be mixed or lightened with transparency medium to create a wide range of tones and effects.

Key Features

• 100% natural, additive-free formula
• Linseed oil-based binder
• Richly pigmented, lightfast colors
• Dries by oxidation with no added dryers
• Cleans easily with oil or solvent
• Made in France with a long-standing tradition of craftsmanship

Perfect For

• Etching, monotype, and intaglio printing
• Professional printmakers seeking archival quality
• Creating deep, nuanced prints with tonal variation
• Mixing or modifying colors for layered effects
• Studios that prefer non-toxic, natural materials