Faber-Castell Albrecht Dürer Watercolor Pencils, 120 Colors (Tin) The Albrecht Dürer watercolor pencils are professional artist-quality watercolor pencils, embodying the accumulated wisdom of Faber-Castell's over 250-year history. They combine vibrant colors with watercolor-like expression, pursuing the infinite possibilities of color. Depending on the paper texture, adding water after applying the color allows for watercolor-like effects. I purchased these about 20 years ago as a Christmas present for my young child. I wanted them to experience many colors not available in Japan and to develop a sense of color from a young age... Looking back, it was an extravagant gift. Although my child used them with care, they eventually became part of the interior decor. They are lovely, and I'd love to use them myself, but I lack artistic talent. I have kept them carefully until now. It would be a waste to keep them with me, and the pencils would be happier if they went to someone who would use them. Just looking at them and owning them brings me joy, but tools are meant to be used, so I decided to list them. Some colors have been used, but many are unused. Includes instructions. These pencils are named after Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528), considered Germany's greatest painter. They can be blended with water to create watercolor effects. Their color spread and ease of blending are highly praised by professionals. They feature a thick, easy-to-use 3.8mm diameter water-soluble color core. The high-density pigment provides excellent lightfastness, preserving vibrant colors for a long time. They allow for smooth drawing with rich colors. A special wax treatment gives the core a unique smoothness. Adding water to specific areas allows for effective highlight expression. The tin has some scratches on the bottom due to long-term storage.