Color

Discovered by researchers on baseboard fragments from historic Charlton's Coffeehouse, this rugged shade of brown is ideal for a study or library.

An earthy deep red, this shade frequently graced the exteriors and interiors of Williamsburg homes, particularly in the first half of the 18th century.

Based on distemper paint from 18th century wallpapers, this creamy color gains depth from a mix of yellow ochre and white pigments.

Tapping the rich yellow ochre pigment used in 18th century wallpapers and paints, this glamorous shade adds a glistening touch to its surroundings.

Reminiscent of the historical pigment found in 18th century wallpapers, this deep mustard yellow has a luxurious, velvety quality.

Distemper paint from 18th century wallpapers is the inspiration for elegant English ochre, which unites shades of golden yellow with light brown.

Inspired by a shade of deep orange found in wallpapers from the early 19th century, this color is warm and earthy.

The mix of white and vermillion, two 18th century paint pigments, create this vibrant and enduring shade of orange.

This warm, deep pink captures the 18th century practice of mixing white and red iron oxide pigments to create shades of pink and salmon.

A color that symbolizes good fortune, this very traditional deep red was developed from a hand-mixed sample using vermillion, a pigment in use since antiquity.

Pure red pigment is the basis for this rich and regal deep red that radiates confidence and grace.

Named after a pigment used in 18th century, this soul-stirring shade of deepest red is dense and rich, flattering any décor.

A red made from naturally occurring iron oxide pigments, reddish-brown Brickyard red has a likable, well-worn quality.

Grown-up and glamorous, this aristocratic shade of deep red was created with red pigments available in the 18th century.

Inspired by paints made with the pigment vermillion, this deep red captures a sense of ceremony and tradition.

A shade with unmatched historical significance, this rich hue made with the pigment vermillion is as relevant today as it was in the 18th century.

Seen in 18th century wallpapers, including a fragment recovered from the Robert Carter House, this rich, romantic shade of deep red casts a radiant glow on its surroundings.

Made using iron oxide pigments in the 18th century, this classic red brick is dense and deeply concentrated, with a pronounced hint of wine.

This deep, inviting shade of plum traces its history to the 18th century, when it was once made using umber pigments.

A smoky, seductive shade, this darker neutral reflects the 18th century practice of mixing white and black pigments.

Beige with a bold, modern kick, this classic shade - a mix of white and yellow ochre pigments - would have been a popular interior color in the 18th century.

A buttery, warm shade of yellow, this rich hue is based on 18th century paint using white and yellow ochre pigments. It will add a visible glow to any space.

Suggesting the spirited nature of tavern life, this lively deep yellow hue is based on 18th century paints made with white and yellow ochre pigments.

Seen in both 18th century wallpapers and oil paints, this earthy, natural shade has a rich, golden hue.

Eighteenth century wallpaper and oil paint are the inspiration for this saturated yellow.

A brown-gold hybrid, this deep shade captures the mood of a bygone era. It is based on the late 18th century color found by researchers at the Robert Carter house...

This smooth, radiant shade of yellow, based on 18th century paints made with white and yellow ochre pigments, captures the sophistication of the Governor's Palace in Williamsburg.

Echoing the richness of a pattern favored by Virginia's gentry, this vibrant shade is based on 1760s block-printed wallpaper with an Indian-inspired design of Palmate leaves and flowers found in...