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The pastel industry encompasses the production, distribution, and consumption of pastels, a popular medium used in art for drawing and painting.

This industry includes manufacturers of pastel sticks, pencils, and other related materials, as well as suppliers and retailers that provide these products to artists, schools, and hobbyists.

Prominent Companies

 * 1) Sennelier: A renowned French manufacturer known for its high-quality pastels used by artists such as Edgar Degas and Pablo Picasso.
 * 2) Rembrandt: A Dutch brand recognized for its professional-grade pastels with excellent color range and lightfastness.
 * 3) Faber-Castell: A German company producing a wide range of art supplies, including high-quality pastel pencils and sticks.