Ref. #E0B486 · LD130-01
Antiquarian Brass
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Antiquarian Brass Technical Profile
What color is Antiquarian Brass? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #E0B486. Colors similar to Antiquarian Brass include Behr Cellini Gold, Benjamin Moore Persian Melon, Valspar Fragrant Coriander. Antiquarian Brass has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Antiquarian Brass sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Antiquarian Brass
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antiquarian Brass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antiquarian Brass
#E0B486
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCBD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antiquarian Brass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antiquarian Brass 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Antiquarian Brass.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antiquarian Brass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antiquarian Brass have?
Antiquarian Brass by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Antiquarian Brass from other brands?
The closest matches are Cellini Gold by Behr (#DEB584), Persian Melon by Benjamin Moore (#E7B88A), Fragrant Coriander by Valspar (#E7B98B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Antiquarian Brass?
Antiquarian Brass has an LRV of 50.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Antiquarian Brass's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.