Florence Rouge, also known as whiting, calcium carbonate, or chalk,
is a fine mineral powder used in the preparation of traditional gesso for water
gilding. Sepp Leaf Products offers the finest Florence Rouge from Vermont,
valued for its purity and consistency when creating smooth gesso layers for
gilding and decorative finishing.
When mixed with rabbit skin or hide glue, Florence Rouge forms
traditional gesso used to prepare surfaces for water gilding. This preparation
layer helps create a smooth, buildable foundation that can be sanded and
refined before the application of bole and gold leaf. Florence Rouge gesso is commonly
used by gilders, frame restorers, and decorative artists working with
traditional gilding techniques.
Available sizes include 1, 5, 10, 20, and 50 pound packages.
