Experience the brilliance of the world’s finest oil pastels with the Sennelier Oil Pastels Set of 36, beautifully presented in a hand-crafted wooden box. Housed in a stained and lacquered European maple case with dovetail corners and brass fittings, this premium set makes a stunning gift for any serious artist.

Originally developed in 1949 by Henri Sennelier at the request of Pablo Picasso, Sennelier Oil Pastels were designed to combine the creamy freedom of children’s crayons with the professional-quality pigmentation and lightfastness demanded by artists. Today, they remain the gold standard in oil pastels worldwide.

Key Features:

Set of 36 standard-size oil pastels in vibrant, highly pigmented colours
Soft, creamy texture for smooth, expressive application
Exceptional lightfastness for long-lasting artworks
Works on virtually any surface – paper, canvas, wood, metal, and more
No priming required – ready to use straight from the box
Includes a beautiful, lacquered wood box with brass fittings for safe storage
Made in France using high-quality artist pigments and mineral waxes

Ideal For:

Colour sketching and expressive mark-making
Mixed media and layering techniques
Plein air painting without brushes or solvents
Professional artists and serious hobbyists
Gifting – perfect for collectors or special occasions

Whether you're working in the studio or outdoors, Sennelier Oil Pastels deliver unmatched performance, colour intensity, and versatility. Elevate your creative process with the set trusted by Picasso himself.

Drawing Sets

Sennelier Oil Pastels Set of 36