Long considered the finest charcoal for drawing, Nitram Académie Fusains Charcoal is the preferred charcoal of professional artists, academies, and ateliers.

This medium soft charcoal is the one most preferred for drawing and sketching. Nitram HB's superior hold is perfect for homogenizing tones and retaining tonal detail.

Each package contains five batons, each measuring ¼" square × 6" long. (5 mm × 152 mm).

Selected SAA memberships in the UK benefit can from FREE standard delivery on all orders, regardless of size or order value – this includes the Highlands, all offshore islands, and Northern Ireland. All other memberships receive free UK delivery on orders over £25 - check your membership level for full details.

We aim to dispatch orders within 3 working days.

We want all our members to share the same great benefits – although acknowledge that delivery times to some outlying areas may occasionally take a little longer.

Extended information can be found on the Delivery & Returns page, including international rates.