raw sienna
"Raw sienna" is a natural pigment with a yellow-brown hue, widely used in painting for its transparency and warm tones.
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Definition
B2Art
(technical)A natural pigment made from iron oxide and manganese, characterized by a yellow-brown color.
Example
- The artist used raw sienna to create warm, transparent layers in the painting.
B1Color
(general)A shade of yellowish-brown.
Example
- She chose raw sienna for the living room walls to give a cozy feel.
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