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Gamboge
What color is Gamboge?
Gamboge is a deep yellow pigment derived from a species of tree that primarily grows in Cambodia.
It is a partially transparent color that ranges from saffron to mustard yellow.
This color has been used as a dye for Buddhist monks' robes, as well as a watercolor paint and a printing ink.
Gamboge is also known as "pipe Gamboge" because it is collected in bamboo canes.
It has a hexadecimal code of #E49B0F, which means it is composed of 89.41% red, 60.78% green and 5.88% blue.
In a CMYK color space, it is composed of 0% cyan, 32% magenta, 93% yellow and 11% black.
It has a hue angle of 39.4 degrees, a saturation of 87.7% and a lightness of 47.6%.
Gamboge is a vivid orange color that can create contrast and warmth in a design.
It was first recorded in Japanese art in the 8th century, and became more accessible in Europe in the 17th century due to increased trade.
However, gamboge has not been extensively identified in works of art from any time period, as it is often mixed with other pigments or faded over time.
Gamboge is a color with a long history and a versatile use.
It can evoke a sense of energy, warmth, and exoticism.
This color can be found in nature, art, and culture.
Example of the palette with the Gamboge color
![Palette with colors: Apricot, Mountbatten pink and Davy grey Picture with primary colors of Apricot, Mountbatten pink, Davy grey, Gamboge and Pale mauve](/images/gamboge/city-with-a-lot-of-tall-buildings.webp)
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Example of the palette with the Gamboge color
![Palette with colors: Dark jungle green, Desert sand and Gamboge Picture with primary colors of Dark jungle green, Desert sand, Gamboge, Light taupe and Coffee](/images/gamboge/futuristic-city-with-a-lot-of-tall-buildings.webp)
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What are the examples of Gamboge color in life?
It is a warm and golden color that has been used as a pigment in art and medicine for centuries.
Some examples of gamboge color in life are:
The robes of Hindu sages and Buddhist monks
The flowers of wisteria and rattan plants
The skin of some citrus fruits like grapefruit and pomelo
The autumn leaves of some tree, such as birch and maple
Example of the palette with the Gamboge color
![Palette with colors: Gamboge, Bistre and Aureolin Picture with primary colors of Gamboge, Bistre, Aureolin, Russet and Jasmine](/images/gamboge/woman-in-a-yellow-suit-in-a-chair-in-a-futuristic-setting.webp)
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Example of the palette with the Gamboge color
![Palette with colors: Gamboge, Deep coffee and Unmellow Yellow Picture with primary colors of Gamboge, Deep coffee, Unmellow Yellow, Canonical aubergine and Cream](/images/gamboge/woman-in-a-yellow-suit-in-a-chair-in-a-futuristic-setting-i5e2844f05a.webp)
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Example of the palette with the Gamboge color
![Palette with colors: Zinnwaldite, Gamboge and Field drab Picture with primary colors of Zinnwaldite, Gamboge, Field drab, Dark coral and Drab](/images/gamboge/close-up-of-a-cupcake.webp)
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What looks best in Gamboge?
Example of the palette with the Gamboge color
![Palette with colors: Lavender gray, Fern green and Gamboge Picture with primary colors of Lavender gray, Fern green, Gamboge, Deep chestnut and Blue Gray](/images/gamboge/gamboge-color-paper-cut-of-a-snowy-village.webp)
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