Lefranc Bourgeois Artists' Oil Colours

Lefranc Bourgeois is the oldest artists' paint manufacturer in France, founded in 1720. Its professional-grade oil colours have been used by French painters for three centuries, including Cézanne, who purchased supplies from the company throughout his career.

Artists who use this(1)

Diego Rivera

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Rivera used various oil paints and fresco materials for his monumental murals. European-manufactured paints including Lefranc were available to Mexican artists through Paris-supplied art shops. His materials are documented in conservation studies of his murals.

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Last updated March 8, 2026