Ancient Burgundy 1011-6 is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #563940, LRV 5 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blackberry from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #563940 · 1011-6
Ancient Burgundy
5%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Ancient Burgundy Technical Profile
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Ancient Burgundy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ancient Burgundy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparAncient Burgundy
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBlackberry
Blackberry
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Jamaica
Behr
Nearly identical
Brinjal
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Plumbago
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gooseberry
PPG
Very similar
Concord Grape
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Old Chaparral
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Purple
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bookmarker
Kilz
Very similar
Grapes of Wrath
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancient Burgundy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Burgundy
#563940
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#74584E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Burgundy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Burgundy 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Ancient Burgundy.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ancient Burgundy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Burgundy have?
Ancient Burgundy by Valspar has a warm (pink) 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 Ancient Burgundy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ancient Burgundy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancient Burgundy are Blackberry by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Jamaica by Behr (a near-identical match), Hibiscus Punch by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ancient Burgundy'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 Ancient Burgundy?
Ancient Burgundy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ancient Burgundy's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.