Vallejo 77144 - True Metallic Metal 144 Ancient Copper Shade acrylic paint 18 ml

Vallejo 77144 Ancient Copper Shade – Acrylic shading wash for True Metallic work

Vallejo 77144 – Ancient Copper Shade is a non-metallic SHADE wash from the True Metallic Metal range, designed specifically for shading copper-based metallic colours, especially the Ancient Copper BASE and LIGHT tones.

Its satin finish preserves the reflective properties of copper while enhancing recesses, depth and shape definition. It is ideal for warm metallics used in fantasy miniatures, steampunk models, decorative elements and patinated copper surfaces.

Set details:

• Volume: 18 ml
• Type: SHADE acrylic wash (non-metallic)
• Color: Ancient Copper Shade
• Finish: satin, maintaining metallic shine
• Use: shading copper metallic surfaces
• Application: brush or airbrush

About Vallejo 77144 Ancient Copper Shade:

This warm, deep-toned wash is formulated using Vallejo’s Xpress Color technology, enabling controlled flow and smooth gradient creation. It settles naturally into recesses, reinforcing warm tones and enhancing detail definition.

It works exceptionally well for shading copper armour, brass ornaments, aged machinery, magical artefacts and industrial elements requiring warm, natural metallic depth.

About SHADE paints in the True Metallic Metal system:

SHADE colours are an essential part of the TMM BSL structure:

• BASE: foundational metallic paints
• SHADE: satin washes — such as Ancient Copper Shade
• LIGHT: lighter metallic highlights
• AIRBRUSH: BASE tones optimized for airbrush use

The satin finish ensures that shading enhances realism and depth without muting the reflective character of copper metals.

Usage tips:

• Shake thoroughly before use.
• Apply over fully dried BASE or LIGHT layers.
• Brush: apply neat or dilute with water for softer transitions.
• Airbrush: ready to use straight from the bottle.
• Perfect for shading copper, brass and patinated metallics.

About Vallejo:

Vallejo is one of the world’s leading producers of acrylic paints for miniature painters and model builders. The True Metallic Metal system provides a complete workflow for expressive, realistic and high-impact metallic finishes.