:: Chypre ::

pronunciation: \ ˈshēprᵊ \ (shee-pray)

The Chypre palette is a symphonic composition of individual mineral hues layered in saturation like fragrance notes. A subtle collection with sharp citrusy warm tones, mellowed out by the grounding calm of olive hues, and serenity of rich velvety resinous brown. When mixed gorgeous bronze, blush pink, somber umbers, and mustards appear.

Inspired by my abiding love of scent, the arrangement of fragrance, and the mysterious and captivating way in which perfume blends can morph to the unique sensory perception of the wearer. So too will a captivating lyricism evolve for each creative and artist who reaches for these colours. A palette of six lovely artisan watercolors handcrafted in our studio forest with a synthesis of memory, warmth, and rich depth.

Main accords

Colours swatched from clockwise left to right

Maple / Amber / Oakmoss

Bergamot / Caramel / Labdanum

Each ‘Chypre’ palette of watercolors will be gift-wrapped and sent to you in a portable re-usable metal tin, along with our complimentary signature artisan letterpress as a gift. 

Our lovely mineral watercolor paints have beautiful granulation and can be layered from thick to thin. Artist-grade and lightfast, each pan is hand-poured to exacting traditional recipes and techniques in our studio using the highest quality earth pigments, and natural watercolor binding medium made from distilled water, honey, glycerine, and the sap of acacia trees.

Watercolors for Wildlife

Every Wildthorne watercolor, palette, or piece of jewelry directly funds the creation of solitary bee nests placed in wild and protected habitats across the Pacific Northwest. These nests offer critical refuge for native bees who face increasing habitat loss.

Your purchase supports field conservation efforts, ecological stewardship, and the regeneration of pollinator safe lands.

Handmade watercolors created in rhythm with the seasons. Inspired by and made for the wild.

subject to availability