A 12 color assortment of Derwent Pastel Pencils in a neat metal tin. Firm vibrant pastels in a carefully selected range of colors. Ideal for broad strokes as well as crisp detail all the colors can be smudged and blended to create an infinite range of hues and tints. Expressive and versatile can be used wet ot dry and works beautifully with other media. True pastels enclosed in a high quality wood pencil for maximum protection and control. WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer. (Unbound Titanium Dioxide)