You need that deep, rich violet that actually reads as violet — not muddy brown, not washed-out lavender. The Derwent Dark Violet 2500 delivers a saturated, expressive tone that holds its character even when layered. Round barrel, colour-grade core. You press, it marks. You blend, it softens. No guesswork, no broken leads mid-stroke. Grab it for your next portrait, still life, or colour study and let the depth do the talking
| brand | Derwent |
| colour | Dark Violet |
| pencil_code | 2500 |
| barrel_shape | Round |
| core_type | Colour-grade |
| category | Education & Craft |
| subcategory | Art & Craft |