Acrylic Paint Tube 250 ml, Amsterdam Standard Series — Caput Mortuum Violet 344, Amsterdam

Amsterdam Standard Series Acrylic Paint Tube 250 ml in Caput Mortuum Violet 344 is a water-based artist acrylic designed for use on canvas, paper and primed surfaces. The 250 ml tube contains a high-pigment formulation that delivers opaque coverage and reliable color performance. This acrylic mixes readily with other acrylics and can be thinned with water or acrylic media to modify viscosity and transparency, making it suitable for a range of painting techniques from opaque layering to glazed washes.

Advantages

This Amsterdam acrylic offers stable pigment concentration for consistent color application and good covering power on prepared supports. Its water-based formulation dries quickly to a flexible, water-resistant film and is compatible with common acrylic mediums and varnishes. The 250 ml size provides an economical amount for studios, classrooms or extended projects while preserving working properties during use.

Suitable for

• Painting on canvas, primed wood panels and heavyweight paper
• Fine art, studies, sketches and mixed-media works
• Classroom use, student projects and hobby craft applications
• Color mixing and creating custom shades with other acrylics

When it may not be suitable

This acrylic paint is designed for use on prepared, absorbent or primed surfaces; it is not intended for direct application to untreated metal, unprimed raw wood or non-porous plastics without appropriate primers or surface preparation. It is not formulated for use as an exterior architectural coating where long-term weather resistance and specific exterior certifications are required.

Key specifications

• Volume: 250 ml
• Color: Caput Mortuum Violet (deep muted violet-brown hue)
• Opacity: Opaque coverage
• Binder: Acrylic polymer emulsion (water-based)
• Drying: Fast-drying to touch; forms a flexible film
• Compatibility: Mixable with other acrylic paints and acrylic media; thinnable with water

How to use

Prepare the painting surface by ensuring it is clean and, if necessary, primed with an acrylic gesso or appropriate primer. Squeeze the required amount of Amsterdam Standard Series acrylic onto a palette. Apply with brushes, palette knives or other tools. For thinner washes, dilute with water or an acrylic medium; for thicker impasto effects, use undiluted paint or add a texture/paste medium. Allow each layer to dry before applying subsequent layers; drying times vary with film thickness and ambient conditions. Clean brushes and tools with water while the paint is wet.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm that the 250 ml tube size and the Caput Mortuum Violet hue meet your project needs.
• Ensure your support is primed or suitable for acrylics to achieve the best adhesion and finish.
• Plan for the fast-drying nature of acrylics—use retarders or acrylic mediums if extended open time is required.

Usage recommendations

For consistent color mixing, test small mixtures on palette before applying to the artwork and store the tube capped tightly in a cool, dry place to preserve paint quality. When working on large areas, work in sections to maintain wet edges and blendability.