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Discover the LUKAS Aquarell 1862 Collection

The LUKAS Aquarell 1862 collection represents the highest standard of professional watercolour craftsmanship, combining time-honoured formulation with modern precision. Each colour is produced using the finest, lightfast pigments and carefully selected gum arabic to create paints of exceptional brilliance, clarity, and permanence. Hand-filled and air-dried in multiple stages, these watercolours achieve a uniquely rich texture that re-wets effortlessly and delivers a smooth, even wash.

Designed for artists who demand both nuance and intensity, LUKAS Aquarell 1862 colours display outstanding transparency and clean mixing behaviour, making them ideal for layering, glazing, and subtle tonal transitions. Whether painting from delicate detail to expansive washes, artists can rely on consistent handling and luminous, long-lasting results. Available in tubes, pans, and beautifully presented metal or wooden box sets, the range supports every studio or plein-air practice.

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LUKAS 1862 Watercolor Wood Box 70 Half Pan

The LUKAS 1862 Watercolour Wood Box 70 Half Pan Set represents the pinnacle of the LUKAS Aquarell 1862 range – a complete collection of all seventy shades, presented in a beautifully crafted wooden case. This ultimate professional set showcases the full brilliance and versatility of LUKAS’s finest artists’ watercolours, featuring an extensive spectrum of hues […]

LUKAS 1862 Watercolour Half Pan

Already in 1862, Dr. Fr. Schoenfeld successfully transferred the advantages of the moist-pasty watercolor in tubes to a recipe for colors in pans. This event was the birth of the LUKAS moist watercolor and the history of the company Dr. Fr. Schoenfeld. In honour of this event, we have given our Finest Artists’ Watercolor the […]

LUKAS 1862 Watercolor 24ml

Already in 1862, Dr. Fr. Schoenfeld successfully transferred the advantages of the moist-pasty watercolor in tubes to a recipe for colors in pans. This event was the birth of the LUKAS moist watercolor and the history of the company Dr. Fr. Schoenfeld. In honour of this event, we have given our Finest Artists’ Watercolor the […]
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LUKAS 1862 Watercolor Metal Box 12 Half Pan

The LUKAS 1862 Watercolour Metal Box 12 Half Pan Set represents the finest tradition of European watercolour craftsmanship, offering premium performance for professional artists. Containing twelve carefully selected shades – Lemon Yellow (Primary), Cadmium Yellow Light, Yellow Ochre, Cadmium Red Light, Magenta (Primary), Cyan (Primary), Ultramarine Light, Oxide of Chromium, Phthalo Green, English Red Light, […]

LUKAS 1862 Watercolour Metal Box 15 Half Pan

The LUKAS 1862 Watercolour Metal Box 15 Half Pan Set combines traditional craftsmanship with modern precision to deliver a premium painting experience for professional and passionate watercolour artists alike. Containing fifteen finely balanced shades – including Opaque White, bright primaries, rich earth tones, and deep neutrals – this compact set offers versatility for both expressive […]

LUKAS 1862 Watercolor Metal Box 24 Half Pan

The LUKAS 1862 Watercolour Metal Box 24 Half Pan Set showcases the finest tradition of German watercolour making, combining historical craftsmanship with modern innovation. This professional set includes twenty-four carefully selected shades – from bright primaries and rich earth tones to soft neutrals and deep darks – offering artists a versatile palette for both expressive […]

LUKAS 1862 Watercolor Metal Box 48 Half Pan

The LUKAS 1862 Watercolour Metal Box 48 Half Pan Set embodies the heritage and excellence of one of the world’s oldest watercolour manufacturers, offering professional artists a comprehensive palette of exceptional quality. This premium set includes forty-eight carefully balanced shades – spanning vibrant primaries, delicate pastels, deep earth tones, and intense darks – providing the […]
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