Carrés Esquisse Sketching Pastel Crayons, Bistre (2340-01), Set of 12

Add warmth and natural depth to your drawings with Conté à Paris Carrés Esquisse Sketching Pastel Crayons, Bistre, Set of 12. The Bistre tone, a rich, earthy brown, has been favored by artists for centuries for its ability to create soft shadows, organic contours, and subtle transitions of tone. Each square pastel features a smooth, blendable texture and a slightly softer core than traditional pencils, offering expressive control and even color laydown. Ideal for figure drawing, portrait sketches, and nature studies, Bistre complements both Sanguine and White Conté tones beautifully. Its versatile square shape supports precise linework or broad shading, embodying the trusted craftsmanship and heritage of Conté à Paris, established in 1795.

• Historic brown tone: Classic Bistre color provides rich warmth and natural depth for figure, portrait, and landscape sketches.
• Smooth and blendable: Slightly softer core produces rich, even color application with clean gradations and easy smudging.
• Versatile square (carré) design: Flat edges create broad tonal areas while corners allow crisp lines and fine details.
• Smooth, blendable texture: Soft core enables fluid shading and seamless tonal transitions across a variety of surfaces.
• Artisan tradition: Made by Conté à Paris, trusted since 1795 for exceptional materials used by artists around the world.
• Trusted Conté à Paris Quality: A heritage brand known for craftsmanship, pigment strength, and precision.