Color Information
HEX
#D88E2D
RGB
216, 142, 45
LAB
65.1, 20.4, 59.5
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Leprous Brown catalog data
More from CitadelLeprous Brown by Citadel is cataloged as acrylic, Foundation (discontinued) in the orange color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #D88E2D, RGB 216/142/45, and CIELAB 65.1/20.4/59.5. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Leprous Brown is a warm vibrant orange with medium-light value (L*: 65.1). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 62.9), making it excellent for highlights and focal points and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Light
warm
Highly Saturated
Lighter midtone excellent for first highlights or as a lighter base coat option.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.
Recommended Undercoats
Grey
Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors
Zenithal
Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Light value suitable for first highlights or overall brightening
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a highlight in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers