Genuine Lapis Lazuli Pigments

Rarest & the most prized blue pigments since antiquity. Our pigments originate from authentic natural pigments, processed using time-honored techniques.

Our lapis lazuli pigments are made from genuine Afghan lapis, traditionally refined to produce authentic natural ultramarine. Finely processed and ready to use, these pigments offer exceptional color strength, purity, and permanence for professional artists, conservators, and traditional painting techniques.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Are these pigments 100% natural?

1. Are these pigments 100% natural?

Yes. All pigments in this collection are made from genuine lapis lazuli, refined without dyes or synthetic additives.

2. Do these pigments require further grinding?

2. Do these pigments require further grinding?

No. De Mairo pigments are finely processed and ready to use without additional mulling.

3. Which painting techniques are suitable for lapis lazuli pigments?

3. Which painting techniques are suitable for lapis lazuli pigments?

These pigments are suitable for oil painting, watercolor, gouache, egg tempera, fresco, illumination, icon painting, and other traditional techniques. They are especially favored in historical and conservation-minded practices.

4. How do you use the pigments?

4. How do you use the pigments?


Lapis lazuli pigments can be used by mixing them with appropriate binders such as oil, watercolor, gouache, or egg tempera mediums. Once prepared, they produce a rich natural blue suitable for fine art and traditional painting techniques.

5. Where are the lapis pigments made?

5. Where are the lapis pigments made?


Our lapis lazuli pigments are refined and prepared in Canada using carefully selected raw lapis lazuli stone. Each batch is processed with attention to purity, consistency, and environmental responsibility.

6. What is in the De Mairo Lapis Lazuli Pigments?

6. What is in the De Mairo Lapis Lazuli Pigments?


De Mairo lapis lazuli pigments are composed primarily of purified lazurite, the mineral responsible for ultramarine blue. During processing, non-blue minerals such as calcite and pyrite are removed to achieve a clean, high-quality natural ultramarine pigment. No dyes or toxic chemicals are added.