Manufacturer | Cell Distributors |
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Brand | Caran d'Ache |
Item Weight | 1.19 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 5 x 1 x 1 inches |
Item model number | 6901.740 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color | multicolour |
Closure | Retractable |
Material Type | Cedar Wood |
Number of Items | 1 |
Size | 40 Count (Pack of 1) |
Point Type | Fine |
Ink Color | Multicolor |
Manufacturer Part Number | 6901.740 |
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Caran D'ache Luminance Colored Pencil Set of 40 (6901.740)
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Brand | Caran d'Ache |
Writing Instrument Form | Colored Pencil |
Color | multicolour |
Ink Color | Multicolor |
Age Range (Description) | Kid, Teen, Adult |
About this item
- High lightfastness and smoothness
- Swiss made
- 40 piece assortment
- Can be blended and layered for various effects
- Pigments chosen for purity-intensity and resistance to UV
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Value for money | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.5 |
Giftable | 4.7 | 4.5 | 5.0 | — | 5.0 | — |
Sheerness | 4.5 | — | 5.0 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 |
Softness | — | — | 4.8 | 5.0 | — | 4.7 |
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point type | Fine | Medium | Medium | Fine | — | Fine |
material | Cedar Wood | Lead Cedar Wood | Wood Lead | Glass | Wood | — |
closure type | Retractable | — | — | Snap | Retractable | — |
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About Caran d'Ache
Ever since the creation of the Maison in 1915, all Caran d’Ache products have been produced in its Geneva workshops. Since its beginnings at the dawn of the 20th century, Caran d’Ache was the one and only manufacturer of writing and drawing instruments on Swiss soil, it has been part of this same lineage of excellence, technical quality and craftsmanship.
Colour pencils and inks are systematically tested for their lightfastness, while fountain pen nibs and ballpoint or roller pen tips are checked in terms of their priming quality and writing flow. Individual controls are conducted regularly in accordance with requirements and product types.
Luminance Pencil Set (Set of 40)
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Luminance 6901Luminance 6901 artist’s pencils, specifically designed by Caran d’Ache in its Geneva Manufacture with colour image professionals in mind, reaffirm the high quality standards of the Maison. The new leads are designed for works intended for exhibition, collection and museum purposes. |
Highly SoughtHighly sought after by drawing masters from every creative sector, the subtle velvety effect of the new permanent pencil stems from two years of technical research conducted in complete secrecy at the heart of the Maison’s workshops. Its delicate texture, along with the vibrancy of the many recently developed shades, open up exciting new vistas in the realms of overlaying, mixed techniques and gradation. |
Top ResultsIts extreme lightfastness is confirmed by the most rigourous tests, earning Luminance 6901 top results. With Luminance 6901, Caran d’Ache has achieved the feat of creating quite simply the most lightfast colour pencil ever designed. |
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ASIN | B00S1GTICQ |
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4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #37,994 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing) #301 in Drawing Pencils |
Date First Available | December 5, 2014 |
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The Caran d'Ache Luminance 6901 40 piece colour pencil set is a combination of the highest lightfastness and the smoothness of a permanent lead. Every shade has been formulated using finely-ground pigments chosen for their purity, intensity and resistance to UV. Colours can be blended, burnished and layered on a variety of surfaces. The casing is made of California Cedar from managed forests. The smoothness of the Luminance 6901 leads require the use of a well-sharpened pencil sharpener. The pencil cap indicates the colour of the pencil lead.
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Customers like the color, quality and texture of the pencils. For example, they mention the colors are brilliant, permanent and rich. They appreciate the smooth texture and the ability to layer with watercolor. That said, some disagree on value and performance.
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Customers like the color of the pencils. They say the colors are brilliant, unique, and permanent. They also say the pigment is rich and makes soft contact with the paper. Customers also say that the pencil is beautiful to layer with watercolor, and the colors go down smoothly. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and color selections of the product.
"...They are definitely nice. The colors go down smoothly, very similar to Prismacolor...." Read more
"...I purchased the set of 40. The colors are vibrant, the pencils are buttery without skidding, and the lay down color beautifully...." Read more
"...Colors are totally natural, ideal for skin, for portraits. Vivid and subtle at the same time...." Read more
"These are excellent colored pencils. I have tried numerous color pencil brands. I have found that I like these pencils over others I have tried...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pencils. They mention that the brand has unmatched quality, the pencil sharpens well, and the colors blend beautifully. The core of these pencils does not break, and they are almost unbreakable.
"...They sharpen nicely and even very sharp points don't break too easily unless too much pressure is used...." Read more
"...All this on top of that they’re almost unbreakable. Can be sharpened to a sharp point and keep it sharp too...." Read more
"All I can say is that Caran D'ache pencils are my favorites. The quality is very, very good; but, of course you pay for it." Read more
"...The core of these pencils does not break like another popular brand. So your pencils last longer since you do not have to constantly sharpen them...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the texture of the pencil. They mention that it is super smooth, creamy, and full body color. The pigment is rich and makes soft contact with the paper.
"...I purchased the set of 40. The colors are vibrant, the pencils are buttery without skidding, and the lay down color beautifully...." Read more
"Caran dache perfection in every way, from the velvety application, to how they blend and do detail work...." Read more
"...They hold a point well and best of all, they almost feel creamy when using them and layering with them is accomplished without the wax bloom..." Read more
"...The pigment is rich and makes soft contact with the paper. It erases well and the pencils sharpen quickly to a sharp and usable point...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the pencils. They mention that they are lovely, soft, and vibrant. Some say that the colors are luxurious and blend nicely. Overall, customers are happy with the vibrant and luxurious colors.
"...Colors are totally natural, ideal for skin, for portraits. Vivid and subtle at the same time...." Read more
"...I don't use them indiscriminately because they were so pricey, but they are lovely...." Read more
"...There are some colors that are very deep and vibrant while others leave something to desire...." Read more
"Very pricey, but love the ability to layer, vibrant colors." Read more
Customers find the pencils sharpen nicely and quickly to a sharp and usable point. They also say the pencil erases well.
"...The colors go down smoothly, very similar to Prismacolor. They sharpen nicely and even very sharp points don't break too easily unless too much..." Read more
"...All this on top of that they’re almost unbreakable. Can be sharpened to a sharp point and keep it sharp too...." Read more
"...It erases well and the pencils sharpen quickly to a sharp and usable point...." Read more
"...between colors, I don’t have to press firmly at all and they sharpen easily (even with a crappy 50 cent sharpener)!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the writing instrument. Some mention it's worth the investment, while others say it'd be better off with a different pencil. That said, opinions are mixed.
"...Obviously, the price is a deterrent but the overall performance is worth the investment, in my humble artist opinion!!..." Read more
"...The quality is very, very good; but, of course you pay for it." Read more
"...Even though they are expensive I wish I had gone the extra mile and gotten more than 40 colors...." Read more
"...They cost more than most but well worth the price. Amazing" Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the pencils. Some mention that they work great, while others say that they don't perform very well.
"The product is great I'm not really crazy about it especially when you draw is kinda of scratchy , but when you use A solvent like gamsol...." Read more
"...decided to go to the big time and buy these pencils and I was extremely disappointed...." Read more
"...pencils and have used them over my soft/Rembrandt pastels where they work nicely. Can’t wait to do a piece using only the pencils." Read more
"For how expensive these are they don’t perform very well...." Read more
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Even though they are expensive I wish I had gone the extra mile and gotten more than 40 colors. On the other hand, since they work almost as well as other brands I suppose the 40 are good enough.
The color range is good.
They seem to be sturdy enough - no unusual breakage. The box they come in has extra padding that's permanently bonded to the bottom of the top tray and to the inside of the box cover to protect the pencils. There's also a foam mold to hold each pencil securely in it's place. This packaging really adds a lot to pencil protection. Other manufacturers would do well to copy this package design.
Recommended if you're willing to shell out the money. Beginners should use the very popular mid-range brand if they want something better than bargain level pencils before buying something like the Caran d'Ache pencils.
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Having tried most coloured pencils, and loving many of them, I have to rank these above all others. While the Faber Castell Polychromos are durable, nicely pigmented, and highly lightfast (most of their colours are rated *** excellent and **Good), I find the Luminance to be just as durable, just as lightfast, with superior pigmentation. There is no need to apply a lot of pressure when using these pencils, the pigment lays down smooth and rich, and the layering you are able to achieve here is outstanding. I used these pencils on a recent piece where part of the surface was heavily compromised (long unfortunate story), and the Polychromos are too hard to use on this delicate surface, and while the Prismacolour are much softer, they do have lightfastness issues (not all colours are lightfast). The Luminance worked wonders here, and the affected area no longer looks compromised at all, and I am still able to layer colours due to the softness and vibrancy of these pigments. These pencils really did save my work.
The barrels are thick, and robust, with a generous colour core. They apply smoothly and even with little pressure, you can achieve a beautiful, saturated result. These are not as hard as the Polychromos, but not as soft as the Prismacolors; I find them in between in softness. They are durable, as I was able to get a very fine point without experiencing any colour core breakage issues like I have with the Prismacolor, and *some* of Derwent's coloured pencils. For fine art, these are worth it, and for colourists, you will not find a better set of pencils with the biggest negative, again, being the price. While all professional grade coloured pencils should offer smooth colour performance, rich vibrant pigments, and a good range of colour, the Luminance outdoes them. I have even compared these to Derwent's newest line of lightfast pencils, and although they are great, I find these are better as the lay down is a lot softer, creamier, and unlike the Lightfast pencils, I did not experience any breakage of the core when sharpening. Overall - excellent coloured pencils.