Amaryllis 1256 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C99997, LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Angela Canyon from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C99997 · 1256
Amaryllis
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Amaryllis Technical Profile
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Amaryllis in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amaryllis in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAmaryllis
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sAngela Canyon
Angela Canyon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Artifact
Behr
Nearly identical
Angela Canyon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gilman Rose
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pepperberry
PPG
Nearly identical
Pressed Flower
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Driscoll Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Paper Dolls
Kilz
Very similar
La Vie En Rose
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amaryllis
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amaryllis
#C99997
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amaryllis
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amaryllis Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Amaryllis.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amaryllis — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amaryllis have?
Amaryllis by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Amaryllis in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amaryllis from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amaryllis are Angela Canyon by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Artifact by Behr (a near-identical match), Angela Canyon by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Amaryllis's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Amaryllis?
Amaryllis has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Amaryllis's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.