What does the cryptic crossword clue "Artist in relation to one of his colours (6)" mean?

The definition is "Artist". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). RE (synonym="about") + NOIR (synonym="French word for black=”one of [a French artist’s] colours”") = RENOIR; definition: "Artist" The answer is RENOIR.

Artist in relation to one of his colours (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29369 | 23 Across | 2024-04-29 flower

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