Caran d'Ache Luminance 6901 Coloured Pencils 76 Set

The Caran d'Ache Luminance 6901 76-set is the classic flagship configuration of the line — 76 colors covering nearly the entire open-stock range, built for professional fine artists working across botanical illustration, large-scale landscape drawing, and complex figurative work. The breadth of color allows for high tonal contrast with clean transitions, without needing to manually mix the majority of mid-tones. Two Full Blender Bright sticks are included for high-gloss polishing and advanced blending.

The 3.8mm heavy-pigment wax core glides over paper grain with a rich, buttery delivery and no wax bloom — even under extreme layering. All 76 colors are certified under the ASTM D-6901 lightfastness standard. Housed in a premium metal storage box with tiered layout trays that keep every tip protected.

For artists who want the near-complete Luminance palette in one organized, professional setup.

Specifications

• Pencil count: 76
• Includes: 2 x Full Blender Bright sticks
• Core diameter: 3.8 mm
• Core type: Wax-based, heavy pigment concentration
• Casing: FSC-Certified incense cedar wood (round)
• Lightfastness: ASTM D-6901 certified
• Packaging: Premium metal storage box with tiered layout trays
• Origin: Swiss Made, Geneva

FAQ

• How complete is the color range in the 76-set? It covers nearly the full open-stock range, making it the traditional flagship configuration of the line, with 2 Full Blender Bright sticks included.
• Are the Full Blender Bright sticks suitable for all paper types? They work best on smooth to medium-tooth fine art papers. On heavily textured papers, the blender may not fully flatten pencil grain — lighter pressure and multiple passes are recommended.
• What subjects is the 76-set best suited for? Botanical illustration, landscape, portrait, and still life all benefit from the range. The breadth of greens, blues, earth tones, and neutrals makes it particularly strong for naturalistic and observational drawing.
• Is the storage box practical for long-term studio use? Yes. The tiered tray system keeps pencils organized by color family and protects tips from impact. It functions well as a permanent studio storage solution.