These hard pastels are smooth & rich in pigment.  Used by the masters Picasso, Degas and Delacroix for over a century, the Conte Crayon range is one of the finest pastel ranges available.  Perfect for sketching or alternatively, black and white or colour work.  The edges and ends cut into each crayon provide both the precision required for detailed line work, and are also suitable for larger applications such as a coloured background.