Umber (noun)

A natural earth pigment that ranges in color from yellowish-brown to dark brown or black. It is usually composed of clay and iron oxide and used in painting, drawing and decorative arts.

Origin:

From italian terra d"ombra, "earth of shadow", from ombra, "shadow".

Examples:

1. The artist used umber to create a sense of depth and shadow in the landscape painting.
2. The use of umber pigments can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome.
3. The umber was mixed with water to create a dark wash for the background.
4. Umber is a natural pigment that is composed of clay and iron oxide and is often used in pigments for oil paints and watercolors.
5. The umber color is often used in fashion and interior design to create a warm, earthy atmosphere.