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Mahogany

Woody and precious reddish-brown

Color conversions

Meaning & usage

A very dark reddish-brown with silky reflections, modeled after the precious wood of tropical forests.

Psychology

Suggests academic prestige, patrimonial solidity, and a warm yet formal welcome.

Synonyms & nuances

mahogany

Shades (darker)

Tints (lighter)

Tones (desaturated)

Design system scale (50→950)

Harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-comp.
Tetradic

Thread & yarn equivalents

Average ΔE :28 (Approximate)
#4A0E17
DMC 814
Garnet Dark
ΔE 28

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Related colors

Bordeaux
Ebony