Bole
HEX: #79443B | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#79443B
121, 68, 59
8°, 51% ,47%
0, 43.8, 51.24, 52.55
About Bole
Bole (#79443B) is a color with RGB(121, 68, 59) and HSL(8.71°, 51.24%, 47.45%). It is commonly associated with Romantic moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #3B7079, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #3B7944 and #443B79. The name comes from Bol (French).
- HEX: #79443B
- RGB: 121, 68, 59
- HSL: 8.71°, 51.24%, 47.45%
- Mood: Romantic
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Logo
- Complementary color: #3B7079
- Triadic colors: #3B7944, #443B79
- The name comes from Bol (French).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #79443B from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Bole is a fine, earthy clay, typically reddish-brown, yellow, or white, that has been used since antiquity as a pigment, in medicine, and as a base for gilding. The most famous type is Armenian Bole, known for its rich red color and use in traditional iconography and manuscript illumination. It was also used as a polishing agent and as a component in some traditional medicines. Its use as a ground for gold leaf is particularly significant, as it provides a warm undertone that enhances the luster of the gold.
First Recorded Use
The term 'bole' in the context of a reddish-brown pigment or earth dates back to the 17th century, derived from the French 'bol' meaning 'bowl', referring to the shape in which the earth was often found or sold.
Cultural Associations
Armenian Bole, in particular, holds cultural significance in Eastern Orthodox Christian art, where it is traditionally used as the underpainting for gold leaf on icons. This practice gives the gold a unique warmth and depth. In other cultures, different colored boles were used for various artistic and decorative purposes, reflecting the local availability of these natural earths.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #79443B;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #79443B;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #79443B;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#79443B,
#3BA5B7
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#79443B,
#3BA5B7
);
}// SCSS variable
$bole: #79443B;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$bole-r: 121;
$bole-g: 68;
$bole-b: 59;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $bole;
color: rgba($bole-r, $bole-g, $bole-b, 0.8);
}