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Antique Map Sepia

A muted collection of tones reminiscent of faded inks and aged parchment from an old, treasured map.

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#D4B89C#A78C74#7A624E#5C4B3E#CEC0A8

Palette guide

How to use Antique Map Sepia

Overview

The Antique Map Sepia palette offers a muted collection of tones reminiscent of faded inks and aged parchment from an old, treasured map. Ranging from the deep #5C4B3E to the warm #D4B89C, including #A78C74, #7A624E, and #CEC0A8, this palette is perfect for designers and developers seeking a neutral, vintage, or historical aesthetic. It's ideal for crafting user interfaces, branding, or visuals that convey a sense of exploration, timeless knowledge, and authentic craftsmanship. The blend of aged browns and creams creates a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere, reminiscent of ancient cartography, blending tradition with modern appeal.

Best used for

  • Historical society websites
  • Vintage travel agency branding
  • E-commerce for antique maps or books
  • Educational content with a classic theme
  • Retro-themed game UI and art assets
  • Packaging for artisanal, old-world products

Suggested color roles

primary

Use #5C4B3E as a deep, anchoring color for main sections, headers, or strong text elements.

secondary

Apply #7A624E for supportive content, subheadings, or to add rich depth to illustrations.

accent

Highlight key information or interactive elements with #A78C74, providing a soft, aged parchment feel.

background

Employ #D4B89C or #CEC0A8 for light, inviting backgrounds that offer excellent contrast for darker text.

text

For text on lighter backgrounds like #D4B89C, use #5C4B3E or #7A624E for optimal readability. On darker backgrounds, a light cream or white works best.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure #5C4B3E text on #D4B89C backgrounds meets WCAG AA contrast requirements.
  • Be cautious when pairing #A78C74 with #CEC0A8 for text to avoid low contrast issues.
  • Darker hues like #5C4B3E and #7A624E provide excellent readability for headings.
  • Always test color combinations for readability, especially for body text and navigation links.

Recommended combinations

Sepia Base

Creates a soft, readable base reminiscent of old paper, ideal for content-heavy sections.

#D4B89C · #CEC0A8 · #A78C74

Faded Ink

Establishes a rich, historical feel for branding, navigation, or prominent UI elements.

#5C4B3E · #7A624E · #A78C74

Vintage Contrast

Use for clear visual hierarchy, combining deep tones with light for impactful headings and calls to action.

#5C4B3E · #D4B89C · #7A624E

CSS variables

:root {
  --antique-map-sepia-2-1: #D4B89C;
  --antique-map-sepia-2-2: #A78C74;
  --antique-map-sepia-2-3: #7A624E;
  --antique-map-sepia-2-4: #5C4B3E;
  --antique-map-sepia-2-5: #CEC0A8;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "antique-map-sepia-2": {
        1: "#D4B89C",
        2: "#A78C74",
        3: "#7A624E",
        4: "#5C4B3E",
        5: "#CEC0A8",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

antique map sepia palettevintage brown and creamold paper colorsretro historic aestheticfaded cartography tones

Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#D4B89C
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Color 2#A78C74
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Color 3#7A624E
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Color 4#5C4B3E
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Color 5#CEC0A8
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