Antique Bronze
HEX: #665D1E | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#665D1E
102, 93, 30
52°, 70% ,40%
0, 8.82, 70.59, 60
About Antique Bronze
Antique Bronze (#665D1E) is a color with RGB(102, 93, 30) and HSL(52.5°, 70.59%, 40%). It is commonly associated with Energetic moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #1E2766, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #1E665D and #5D1E66. The name comes from Antique Bronze (English).
- HEX: #665D1E
- RGB: 102, 93, 30
- HSL: 52.5°, 70.59%, 40%
- Mood: Energetic
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #1E2766
- Triadic colors: #1E665D, #5D1E66
- The name comes from Antique Bronze (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #665D1E from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Bronze, an alloy primarily of copper and tin, has been used for millennia, dating back to the Bronze Age (around 3300 BC). Its natural aging process, called patination, results in a range of colors from reddish-brown to dark brown, often with green or blue tints depending on environmental factors. The term 'antique bronze' specifically refers to this aged, often darker and less lustrous, appearance. As a color name, it became popular in interior design, fashion, and product finishing to evoke a sense of history, richness, and classic elegance.
First Recorded Use
The specific color name 'Antique Bronze' likely emerged as a descriptor for finishes and paints in the late 19th or early 20th century, coinciding with industrial advancements in metallurgy and decorative arts. The concept of 'bronze' as a color, however, dates back to antiquity with the material itself.
Cultural Associations
The color 'Antique Bronze' is often associated with durability, heritage, and classicism. It is frequently used in traditional and vintage-inspired designs, representing a connection to the past and a sense of enduring quality. It can evoke feelings of warmth, stability, and sophistication. In many cultures, bronze artifacts hold significant historical and artistic value, further cementing the material's and thus the color's association with preciousness and legacy.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #665D1E;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #665D1E;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #665D1E;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#665D1E,
#1E30AE
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#665D1E,
#1E30AE
);
}// SCSS variable
$antique-bronze: #665D1E;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$antique-bronze-r: 102;
$antique-bronze-g: 93;
$antique-bronze-b: 30;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $antique-bronze;
color: rgba($antique-bronze-r, $antique-bronze-g, $antique-bronze-b, 0.8);
}