Name: Conté à Paris Sketching Pastel Carrés and Sets
Brand: Conté à Paris
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- Traditional square-format drawing crayons
- Natural pigments, kaolin clay, and binder
- Firm, dry texture 
- Ideal for high-rendering applications
- Stick size: 2-1/2" long × 1/4" square

Conté à Paris Sketching Carrés are traditional square-format drawing crayons made from a blend of natural pigments, kaolin clay, and a cellulose-based binder. Invented in France in 1795, these iconic tools have been used by generations of artists—including Delacroix, Degas, and Picasso—for their ability to produce expressive lines, subtle tonal shifts, and controlled shading.

The term Carré simply means “square” in French, referring to the shape of the stick. Each one has a 1/4" (6 mm) square profile that allows for both sharp linear work and broad side shading. Their dry, firm texture sits between pastel and chalk—more crumbly than Conté Colour Carrés, but less soft than traditional pastels—making them well-suited for high-rendering applications like life drawing, figure studies, and architectural sketching.

They apply cleanly across a variety of surfaces, including bristol board, toned and textured papers, and drawing sheets. The sticks produce minimal dust and layer well without becoming overly slick. Each one can be sharpened to a point using a sanding block or blade for more precise mark-making.

Sticks measure approximately 2-1/2" long × 1/4" square (63 mm × 6 mm) and are available in a focused range of earth tones, greys, and blacks—ideal for monochromatic studies and value-based work.


## Sketching Colors, Matchbox Set, Set of 4  
This convenient package of four includes one each of Black B, White 2B, Sanguine, and Bistre.


## Sketching Colors, Set of 12  
Includes Bistre, Sanguine Medicis, Sanguine Watteau, Sanguine XVIII Century, Sanguine, White B, Grey, Black HB, Black B (x2), and Black 2B (x2).

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Discover the key differences between a pastel pencil and a Carré, which is featured in the Conté à Paris Sketching Pastel Carrés and Sets. Carrés are known for their precise edges, rich pigmentation, and versatility across techniques. Learn how these square pastels offer both control and expressive freedom—bridging the gap between traditional graphite drawing and soft pastel work—making them essential for professional artists seeking depth, texture, and tonal range in their sketches.

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Difference Between a Carré and a Pastel Pencil |Understanding Conté à Paris Sketching Pastel Carrés

Invented in France in 1795, Conté à Paris Sketching Carré are a compressed stick made from a blend of natural pigments, kaolin clay, and binder. These iconic sketching tools have been used by many of the world's greatest artists, including Picasso, Delacroix, and Degas.

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