Color Information
HEX
#705A7E
RGB
112, 90, 126
LAB
41.6, 16.3, -16.8
Product Code
6470
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Victorian Violet catalog data
More from Folk ArtVictorian Violet by Folk Art (product code 6470) is cataloged as acrylic, Acrylic Colors in the purple color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #705A7E, RGB 112/90/126, and CIELAB 41.6/16.3/-16.8. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Victorian Violet is a purple with medium-dark value (L*: 41.6). This neutral color has moderate saturation (chroma: 23.4), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Medium-Dark
neutral
Moderate
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
Balanced temperature that works harmoniously with both warm and cool palettes. Versatile for various applications.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
Grey
Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors
Zenithal
Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Versatile midtone that can serve as base coat or adjusted layer
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a base 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