Farrow & Ball

Gervase Yellow

No. 72

Gervase Yellow is a warm yellow with earthy undertones that pull it toward ochre rather than bright lemon. At an LRV of 79.4, it reflects a good deal of light and can make smaller rooms feel more open, though it will read stronger on a full wall in direct sunlight. It works well in kitchens, hallways, and garden-facing rooms where a warm tone is practical without being heavy.

Pointing and White Tie are straightforward trim partners, and it can be used alongside Archive and Hay for tonal warmth, or paired with Hague Blue for a sharper contrast.

Brand

Farrow & Ball

Code

No. 72

Gervase Yellow in Different Light

Artificial Lighting

Bedroom scene to simulate Farrow & Ball Gervase Yellow under artificial light

Natural Lighting

Living room scene to simulate Farrow & Ball Gervase Yellow under natural light

Technical Specifications

Undertones

Type

Yellow

Strength

High

Temperature

warm

Hue Angle

47°

Orange Family

Lightness

71%

Light

Saturation

52%

Saturated

LRV

79.4
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Dark
Medium
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White
Color Position
Saturation →
Lightness →

Color Codes

HEX
#DCCB90
RGB Decimal
220, 203, 144
RGB Percent
86.3%, 79.6%, 56.5%
HSL
46.6, 52.1%, 71.4%
HSV
46.6, 34.5%, 86.3%
CMYK
0.0%, 7.7%, 34.5%, 13.7%
YIQ
201.4, 29.1, -14.8
XYZ
55.91, 59.94, 35.01
CIE Lab
81.81, -2.65, 31.62
CIE Luv
81.81, 13.95, 43.15
Hunter Lab
77.42, -2.54, 25.12
Decimal
14470032
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