Tar Lenth Venetian Turpentine 250ml 434274 [HTRC 3] (Japan Import)

This Royal Talens product is not the pure un-adulterated balsam obtained directly from the European Larch tree. Instead, the back-side label says this product is a combination of "Turpentine, venice + turpentine, oil (essence de terebine)." Turpentine or terebine essence is also known as the common gum spirits of turpentine --a solvent created by distilling pine gum. By contrast, Sennelier markets a "terebine de Venise" which the label claims is the pure honey-like balsam from the European Larch, no spirits of gum turpentine is required. I've used the Sennelier many times. It has a unique and fragrant smell that is entirely different compared to this Royal Talens product. I purcahsed this Talens "Venetian Turpentine" because it was half the price ($31.88+free shipping) as the Senelier. I note the seller has now upped the price to $81.00+free shipping.