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To Color Japan Red

Vermilion makes a fine scarlet, but its appearance in japanned work is much improved by glazing it with a thin coat of lake, or even rose pink.

Or: Take spirits of turpentine, 1/2 pint; add cochineal, 1/2 ounce; let stand 15 hours, and strain. Add to the transparent varnish (see No. 3025) to suit the fancy.