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Sepia#704214
sepia color with hex code #E3B778

Meaning of the color Sepia

Rich and warm, color sepia is a tone deeply rooted in history, reminiscent of vintage photographs and aged paper. This earthy brown with golden undertones adds depth and character to any design. Sepia color palettes often blend seamlessly with neutral tones like beigecream, and taupe for a soft, timeless aesthetic. For a bold contrast, pair sepia tone color with deep blues or forest greens to create a striking yet harmonious effect. Its adaptability makes sepia a popular choice for both vintage-inspired designs and modern applications.


Psychological characteristics of color Sepia

Sepia exudes warmth and nostalgia, making it a comforting and evocative hue.

  • Nostalgia: With its historical associations, sepia evokes memories and timelessness.
  • Warmth: Sepia’s golden undertones create an inviting and cozy atmosphere.
  • Sophistication: This rich hue adds an air of elegance and refinement to any palette.
  • Earthiness: Rooted in natural tones, sepia symbolizes stability and groundedness.

Symbolic meanings of color Sepia

  • Nostalgia and history
  • Warmth and comfort
  • Elegance and sophistication
  • Natural beauty and stability

Technical information about Sepia/#704214

The sepia hex code #704214 represents this rich, earthy tone reminiscent of vintage photographs and natural warmth. In the RGB color model, sepia is composed of 43.92% red, 25.88% green, and 7.84% blue, giving it its deep brown hue. In the CMYK model, sepia is expressed as 0% cyan, 41% magenta, 82% yellow, and 56% black. For those wondering what color is sepia, it’s a warm brown shade that evokes nostalgia and sophistication, making it ideal for both digital and print designs.

Sepia color conversion table

The hexadecimal color #704214 has RGB values of R: 112 , G: 66, B: 20 and CMYK values of C: 0, M: 41, Y: 82, K:56.
Color codeValueCSS
HEX#704214#704214
RGB DECIMAL112, 66, 20rgb(112, 66, 20)
RGB PERCENTAGE44%, 26%, 8%44, 26, 8
CMYK0, 41, 82, 56
HSL30.0°, 69.7, 25.9hsl(30.0°, 69.7%, 25.9%)
HSV (OR HSB)30.0°, 82.1, 43.9
WEB SAFE#704214#704214
CIE-LAB32.682, 15.985, 34.674
XYZ8.757, 7.392, 1.627
XYY0.493, 0.416, 7.392
CIE-LCH32.682, 38.181, 65.250
CIE-LUV32.682, 35.463, 28.019
HUNTER-LAB27.188, 9.913, 15.483
BINAR01110000 01000010 00010100

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