The General’s Charcoal Pencil Kit 557-6A features hand-crafted charcoal pencils from General’s renowned #557 series, known for their warm, organic and deeply matte black. These oil-free charcoal pencils blend smoothly and allow controlled shading without graphite shine.
The set includes a #558 white charcoal pencil, perfect for highlights, corrections and strong contrast, especially on toned or dark papers. Pencil form provides greater control than sticks, making this kit ideal for portraits, figure drawing and expressive sketching.
Suitable for drawing on paper, canvas or fabric, this set is a versatile choice for traditional and mixed media artists.
👉 Set Includes (6 pcs):
- 5 Black Charcoal Pencils – #557 Series (HB, 2B, 4B, 2 × 6B)
- 1 White Charcoal Pencil – #558 Series
👉 Features:
- Hand-crafted charcoal pencils
- Warm, rich matte black
- Oil-free for smooth blending
- White charcoal for highlights and contrast
- Suitable for paper, canvas and fabric
- Made by the General Pencil Company
💡 Inspiration Tip:
Layer darker grades first, refine mid-tones, then add white charcoal highlights for dramatic contrast.
