Translation of Bistre into russian. Definitions, Examples.

Translation of "bistre" into Russian

Noun

bistre

bistres pl

The artist used bistre to create a warm, sepia-toned effect in the painting.

Художник использовал бистр, чтобы создать теплый, сепийный эффект в картине.

Additional translations

коричневая краска

Noun

A brown pigment made from the soot of burned wood, used in art, especially for wash drawings.

The artist used bistre to create a warm, earthy tone in his landscape painting.

A shade of brown resembling the color of bistre pigment.

The walls of the old library were painted in a rich bistre, giving the room a cozy atmosphere.

Adjective

Of a dark grayish-brown colour resembling bistre pigment.

She wore a striking bistre coat that matched the autumn leaves.