Conte a’ Paris compressed charcoals Shade - HB; Extremely Lightfast; Dia 8 mm x 95 mm Sticks. These are a natural form of charcoal that is more compact & easier to handle. Expressive drawing tool offering smooth laydown & fine detailing opportunities; can be blended & shaded to create bold black marks & subtle Gray hues. Can easily smudge compressed charcoals with fingers, paper and / or blending stumps for quick shading work and sketching; Brake into pieces for easier use. Comprised of powdered natural charcoal & binder.