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Old World Map

Evokes the faded elegance of ancient maps and aged parchment, with warm, historical golden and brown tones.

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#C19A6B#B8860B#A0522D#8B4513#D2B48C

Palette guide

How to use Old World Map

Overview

The "Old World Map" palette beautifully evokes the faded elegance of ancient maps and aged parchment, featuring warm, historical golden and brown tones. This rich collection includes a golden tan (#C19A6B), a vibrant golden-yellow (#B8860B), a warm terracotta (#A0522D), a deep sepia brown (#8B4513), and a soft parchment cream (#D2B48C). Designers and developers will find this palette genuinely useful for projects seeking to convey adventure, history, or a vintage aesthetic. Its harmonious blend of earthy hues creates an inviting and authentic atmosphere, perfect for storytelling and immersive experiences across various digital and print applications.

Best used for

  • Travel agency branding
  • Historical documentary interfaces
  • Adventure game user interfaces
  • Antique map reproductions
  • Vintage-inspired product packaging
  • Educational historical content

Suggested color roles

primary

Use #8B4513 as a strong, deep sepia for main headings, key map features, or prominent design elements, reflecting aged ink.

secondary

Apply #A0522D for supporting content, subheadings, or larger background areas, offering a warm, complementary reddish-brown.

accent

Utilize #B8860B as a vibrant golden accent for highlights, important markers, or interactive states, adding a touch of antique brilliance.

background

Employ #D2B48C as the primary background color, creating a light, authentic parchment-like canvas that enhances the historical feel.

text

For optimal readability, use #8B4513 or a deep black for body text and important headlines against lighter backgrounds.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure #8B4513 text has strong contrast against #D2B48C for excellent readability.
  • Be cautious when using #B8860B as text on #C19A6B; check contrast for accessibility compliance, especially for small text.
  • Use black or dark charcoal for small body text on #C19A6B to meet WCAG contrast guidelines.
  • Verify all interactive elements maintain sufficient contrast ratios for users with visual impairments.

Recommended combinations

Map & Legend

Classic map aesthetic: light parchment background, dark ink for details, and a golden accent for points of interest.

#D2B48C · #8B4513 · #B8860B

Aged Earth

Creates a rich, layered look with a terracotta base, a golden mid-tone, and a deep sepia for shadows or strong elements.

#A0522D · #C19A6B · #8B4513

Explorer's Route

Combines a light background with a warm path color and a golden highlight, ideal for illustrating routes or journeys.

#D2B48C · #A0522D · #C19A6B

CSS variables

:root {
  --old-world-map-1: #C19A6B;
  --old-world-map-2: #B8860B;
  --old-world-map-3: #A0522D;
  --old-world-map-4: #8B4513;
  --old-world-map-5: #D2B48C;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "old-world-map": {
        1: "#C19A6B",
        2: "#B8860B",
        3: "#A0522D",
        4: "#8B4513",
        5: "#D2B48C",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

antique map colorsold parchment schemevintage gold brownhistorical travel palettesepia map design

Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#C19A6B
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Color 2#B8860B
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Color 3#A0522D
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Color 4#8B4513
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Color 5#D2B48C
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