Color Families

This fresh, fanciful blue was inspired by the light blue found in both French and English wallpapers in Colonial Williamsburg's collections.

A more moody blue, this velvety shade -- a mix of white, black and Prussian blue pigments -- is a darker version of the pearl suggested in 18th century painting...

From Colonial Williamsburg's colonial revival color palette, this pronounced, somewhat pensive color was likely found during scratch tests, the precursor to modern paint analysis.

Mirroring the beauty of its namesake mineral, this rich, earthy shade of milky blue was used in 18th century and early 19th century wallpapers.

An 18th century color found by researchers on the second floor of the Brush Everard house was the inspiration for this dense, very dramatic shade of blue-black.

This hue's playful name belies its powerful intensity. The shade was found by researchers on mopboards (baseboards) in the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg.

Decorative yet dignified, Ambler slate mimics a shade found in 18th and early 19th century wallpapers.

Created using white and black pigments, this beautiful shade is named after John Bracken, a rector of Bruton Parish Church, mayor of Williamsburg and president of the College of William...

Striking paired with glossy white trim, this luxurious lighter shade of lampblack is sharp and stylish. It was used in 18th century and early 19th century wallpapers.

Inspired by shades in 18th century and early 19th century wallpapers, this sophisticated color is soft and unassertive.

In colonial homes, this shade was used both as a finish color and a base for more brilliant colors. Created using black and white pigments, it is flattering and versatile...

Anchored in 18th century tradition, this soft gray was created using white and a touch of black pigment to achieve a chalky, romantic quality.

Found in 18th and early 19th century wallpapers and woodwork, this graceful, classic gray is a lighter shade of the pigment bone black.

Conveying rich history and restraint, this beautifully balanced gray was created in the 18th century by mixing white and black pigments.

This color is part of the Historic Color collection. A collection of 191 time-honored hues comprises our most popular palette. Steeped in tradition, the refined, elegant colors of the Historical...

This color is part of the Historic Color collection. A collection of 191 time-honored hues comprises our most popular palette. Steeped in tradition, the refined, elegant colors of the Historical...

This color is part of the Historic Color collection. A collection of 191 time-honored hues comprises our most popular palette. Steeped in tradition, the refined, elegant colors of the Historical...

This historical color is reflective of traditional architecture, but also works beautifully in modern homes. The slight gray undertone makes it usable in any room.

This color is part of the Historic Color collection. A collection of 191 time-honored hues comprises our most popular palette. Steeped in tradition, the refined, elegant colors of the Historical...

A sunlit, luscious cream with a whispery undertone of pale butter.

A deep golden hue that is rich and classic, bryant gold introduces warmth, glamour and a sense of luxury to any space.

A gorgeous, garden-fresh marigold that infuses any room with sumptuous color.

An earthy, gently muted maize that works beautifully in both contemporary and classic settings.

This color is part of the Historic Color collection. A collection of 191 time-honored hues comprises our most popular palette. Steeped in tradition, the refined, elegant colors of the Historical...

This color is part of the Historic Color collection. A collection of 191 time-honored hues comprises our most popular palette. Steeped in tradition, the refined, elegant colors of the Historical...

Evocative of the resplendent hues of Moroccan pottery, this is a saturated golden-yellow with a quiet apricot undertone.

This color is part of the Historic Color collection. A collection of 191 time-honored hues comprises our most popular palette. Steeped in tradition, the refined, elegant colors of the Historical...

A refined, cooler gold, a hint of black gives this regal shade its velvety richness. An elegant choice for a powder room or entryway.