FABER-CASTELL

FABER-CASTELL – Since 1761, the World’s Oldest Pencil Manufacturer

Faber-Castell is one of the oldest industrial companies in the world. It was founded in 1761 by cabinetmaker Kaspar Faber in Stein near Nuremberg. For eight generations, this family-owned company has set standards in writing and drawing supplies.

History of the Faber-Castell Brand

Under the leadership of Lothar von Faber, the brand expanded to New York (1849), London (1851), and Paris (1855) in the 19th century. The name Faber-Castell was created in 1898 when heiress Ottilie von Faber married Count Alexander zu Castell-Rüdenhausen. Today, the company employs 6,500 people, has 14 factories around the world, and sells in more than 120 countries.

Faber-Castell Product Range at ARTMiE

• Polychromos – iconic oil-based colored pencils (since 1908), 120 colors
• Albrecht Dürer – professional-quality watercolor pencils
• Castell 9000 – legendary graphite pencil for drawing
• Pitt Artist Pens – pens for drawing and illustration
• Connector Pens – children’s markers that can be connected

Why Faber-Castell?

260 years of experience speak for themselves. Polychromos are the number 1 professional colored pencils in the world, lightfast, rich in pigment, and endlessly blendable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between Polychromos and Albrecht Dürer?

Polychromos are oil-based, they don’t mix with water, have rich colors, and are ideal for layering. Albrecht Dürer pencils are watercolor pencils. When wet, they dissolve and create a watercolor effect.