Conte has been manufacturing the finest artists' materials available for more than 200 years. Many of the world's greatest artists, including Picasso, Delacroix, and Degas, have created world famous drawings with Conte crayons. You will be pleased with the unbounding beauty that can be achieved with the consistent quality of these fine drawing materials. Conte Crayons are specifically formulated and designed for drawing and sketching. They are made in a unique shape and can be broken for easier use. Conte Crayons can be sharpened to a chisel tip with a sanding pad for more detailed work, or can be used on its side to shade larger areas. The rich opacity of these crayons make them ideal for work on darker papers.