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RGB 72 139 59

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Complementary means first and foremost complementary. With color tones there is always a direct complementary color that is exactly opposite to the other.

With this color tone RGB 72 139 59 it is the complementary color RGB 183 116 196. Both colors form the strongest contrast to each other and are especially recommended for use in direct connection with each other.

If you display a text with its complementary color on a background with the displayed color, you will get a representation that is pleasant to the eyes and clearly too indistinguishable from each other. However, this is especially true for white, black and gray tones. With these, the contrasting colors are particularly natural, pleasant and common for our eyes.

Exposures are based on the same hue and represent lighter versions of the current color RGB 72 139 59. Besides the border colors white and black, almost all colors have lighter versions that can be used optimally in web design

The following lighter shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 77 139 54, RGB 94 157 73, RGB 111 175 92, RGB 128 193 111 and RGB 145 211 130

You can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or to generate other color gradations like gradients.

Shades are based on the same hue and represent a darker version of the current color RGB 72 139 59. In addition to the border colors white and black, almost all colors have shades that can be used optimally in web design.

The following darker shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 55 121 40, RGB 38 103 21, RGB 21 85 2 and RGB 4 67 0

Among other things, you can use them to modify buttons with mouse-over effects (called :hover in CSS) or generate other color gradations.

Warmer colors are created when the hue is shifted towards red, orange and yellow. These colors convey warmth, energy and an inviting atmosphere.

The following warmer shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 94 139 59, RGB 115 139 59, RGB 136 139 59 and RGB 139 120 59

They are stimulating and dynamic and are often used to attract attention or create a friendly and lively mood. An example of this transition is a shift from a cool blue through purple to red and orange.

Colder colors are created by shifting the hue towards green, blue and violet.

The following colder shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 59 139 68, RGB 59 139 89, RGB 59 139 111 and RGB 59 139 132

These colors have a cool, calming effect and create distance. They are often used to convey a sense of calm, freshness and stability. A classic example of this color range is a gradient from yellow to green to a deep blue or violet, reminiscent of water and sky.

Richer colors are created by increasing the saturation, which makes the colors appear more intense, brighter and stronger. A color with high saturation is more eye-catching and appears more vibrant and powerful. This effect can be used to emphasize important elements or to create a vibrant design.

The RGB 72 139 59 shade matches the following richer shades: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 61 155 43, RGB 50 171 27 and RGB 40 187 11

An example is the development from a pale pink to a strong and bright red.

Less saturated colors are created by reducing the saturation, which makes the colors more muted, subtle and pastel-like. As the saturation is reduced further, they become closer and closer to a shade of gray. These colors appear calmer and more elegant and are suitable for a restrained and harmonious design.

The following paler shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 83 123 75, RGB 94 107 91, RGB 105 90 107 and RGB 116 74 124

An example is the change of a strong blue to a subdued grey-blue or almost neutral shade.

The analog color scheme uses colors that are directly adjacent to each other in the color wheel. They usually fit together well and result in a calm and comfortable design.

The following analogous shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 115 139 59, RGB 94 139 59, RGB 72 139 59, RGB 59 139 67 and RGB 59 139 88

Analog color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and pleasant to the eye. It is important that they have enough contrast. Choose one color to dominate and a second to support. The third color is used (together with black, white or grey) as an accent

The monochromatic color scheme uses colors that are on the same wavelength. They usually fit together very well and result in a pleasant and evenly colored design.

The following monochrome shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 42 81 34, RGB 57 110 47, RGB 72 139 59, RGB 87 168 72 and RGB 109 186 94

Monochromatic color schemes are often found in nature. They are harmonious and calm to the eye

The partial complementary color scheme is a variation of the complementary color scheme. In addition to the base color, the two colors adjacent to the complement are used.

The following split-complementary shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 59 136 139 and RGB 139 59 104

This color scheme has the same strong visual contrast as the complementary color scheme, but is not as contrasting as the direct complementary color. The partial complementary color scheme is a good choice for designs. These colors usually complement each other very well.

A triadic color scheme uses colors evenly spaced around the color wheel. Triadic color harmonies are usually quite vivid, even if pale or unsaturated colors are used.

The following triaden shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 59 72 139 and RGB 139 59 72

The colors should be well chosen to achieve triadic harmony. Let one color dominate and use the other two as accent colors.

Rectangular (tetradic) colors

The rectangular or tetradish color scheme uses four colors arranged in two complementary pairs. This rich color scheme offers many variation possibilities.

The following tetraden shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 59 136 139, RGB 125 59 139 and RGB 139 62 59

It works best if you let one of these colors dominate. You should also pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design

The square color scheme is similar to the rectangular color scheme, with all four colors evenly distributed around the color circle. The square color scheme works best when one color dominates.

The following squaren shades match the RGB 72 139 59 shade: RGB 72 139 59, RGB 59 112 139, RGB 125 59 139 and RGB 139 86 59

Again, pay attention to the balance between warm and cold colors in the design.

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Colors are displayed differently on each device. Please note that the colors do not always match 100%. Differences can occur when real colors are processed. We recommend a comparison of the real colors. We do not assume any liability.

Display options

Primary color

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

Complementary color

CMYK 7 / 41 / 0 / 23

HEX #B774C4

RGB 183 116 196

HSL 290.25, 0.4%, 0.61%

LAB 58.55, 39.55, -31.19

 

CMYK 45 / 0 / 61 / 45

HEX #4D8B36

RGB 77 139 54

HSL 103.76, 0.44%, 0.38%

LAB 52.19, -36.56, 38.5

 

CMYK 40 / 0 / 54 / 38

HEX #5E9D49

RGB 94 157 73

HSL 105, 0.37%, 0.45%

LAB 58.95, -36.59, 37.31

 

CMYK 37 / 0 / 47 / 31

HEX #6FAF5C

RGB 111 175 92

HSL 106.27, 0.34%, 0.52%

LAB 65.6, -36.51, 36.06

 

CMYK 34 / 0 / 42 / 24

HEX #80C16F

RGB 128 193 111

HSL 107.56, 0.4%, 0.6%

LAB 72.15, -36.35, 34.83

 

CMYK 31 / 0 / 38 / 17

HEX #91D382

RGB 145 211 130

HSL 108.89, 0.48%, 0.67%

LAB 78.59, -36.17, 33.63

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 55 / 0 / 67 / 53

HEX #377928

RGB 55 121 40

HSL 108.89, 0.5%, 0.32%

LAB 45.14, -37.36, 36.93

 

CMYK 63 / 0 / 80 / 60

HEX #266715

RGB 38 103 21

HSL 107.56, 0.66%, 0.24%

LAB 38.14, -36.68, 37.53

 

CMYK 75 / 0 / 98 / 67

HEX #155502

RGB 21 85 2

HSL 106.27, 0.95%, 0.17%

LAB 31.02, -35.25, 37.13

 

CMYK 94 / 0 / 100 / 74

HEX #044300

RGB 4 67 0

HSL 116.42, 1%, 0.13%

LAB 23.8, -32.22, 31.44

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 32 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #5E8B3B

RGB 94 139 59

HSL 93.75, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 53.12, -29.94, 37.38

 

CMYK 17 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #738B3B

RGB 115 139 59

HSL 78, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 54.48, -21.55, 39.29

 

CMYK 2 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #888B3B

RGB 136 139 59

HSL 62.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 56.1, -12.53, 41.57

 

CMYK 0 / 14 / 58 / 45

HEX #8B783B

RGB 139 120 59

HSL 45.75, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 50.96, -0.69, 35.74

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 58 / 0 / 51 / 45

HEX #3B8B44

RGB 59 139 68

HSL 126.75, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 51.62, -40.1, 30.6

 

CMYK 58 / 0 / 36 / 45

HEX #3B8B59

RGB 59 139 89

HSL 142.5, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 51.97, -36.42, 19.58

 

CMYK 58 / 0 / 20 / 45

HEX #3B8B6F

RGB 59 139 111

HSL 159, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.45, -31.56, 7.69

 

CMYK 58 / 0 / 5 / 45

HEX #3B8B84

RGB 59 139 132

HSL 174.75, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 53.02, -26.08, -3.63

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 61 / 0 / 72 / 39

HEX #3D9B2B

RGB 61 155 43

HSL 110.36, 0.57%, 0.39%

LAB 56.69, -48.76, 48

 

CMYK 71 / 0 / 84 / 33

HEX #32AB1B

RGB 50 171 27

HSL 110.42, 0.73%, 0.39%

LAB 61.55, -57.77, 57.78

 

CMYK 79 / 0 / 94 / 27

HEX #28BB0B

RGB 40 187 11

HSL 110.11, 0.89%, 0.39%

LAB 66.53, -64.91, 65.01

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 33 / 0 / 39 / 52

HEX #537B4B

RGB 83 123 75

HSL 110, 0.24%, 0.39%

LAB 47.64, -24.04, 21.91

 

CMYK 12 / 0 / 15 / 58

HEX #5E6B5B

RGB 94 107 91

HSL 108.75, 0.08%, 0.39%

LAB 43.73, -8.28, 7.32

 

CMYK 2 / 16 / 0 / 58

HEX #695A6B

RGB 105 90 107

HSL 292.94, 0.09%, 0.39%

LAB 40.21, 9.5, -7.44

 

CMYK 6 / 40 / 0 / 51

HEX #744A7C

RGB 116 74 124

HSL 290.4, 0.25%, 0.39%

LAB 37.96, 26.93, -21.24

 

CMYK 17 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #738B3B

RGB 115 139 59

HSL 78, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 54.48, -21.55, 39.29

 

CMYK 32 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #5E8B3B

RGB 94 139 59

HSL 93.75, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 53.12, -29.94, 37.38

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 58 / 0 / 52 / 45

HEX #3B8B43

RGB 59 139 67

HSL 126, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 51.61, -40.25, 31.1

 

CMYK 58 / 0 / 37 / 45

HEX #3B8B58

RGB 59 139 88

HSL 141.75, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 51.95, -36.61, 20.11

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 68

HEX #2A5122

RGB 42 81 34

HSL 109.79, 0.41%, 0.23%

LAB 30.62, -24.39, 23.19

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 57 / 57

HEX #396E2F

RGB 57 110 47

HSL 110.48, 0.4%, 0.31%

LAB 41.57, -31.1, 29.41

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 57 / 34

HEX #57A848

RGB 87 168 72

HSL 110.63, 0.4%, 0.47%

LAB 62.08, -43.68, 41.45

 

CMYK 41 / 0 / 49 / 27

HEX #6DBA5E

RGB 109 186 94

HSL 110.22, 0.4%, 0.55%

LAB 68.88, -41.76, 39.1

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 58 / 2 / 0 / 45

HEX #3B888B

RGB 59 136 139

HSL 182.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.29, -22.55, -8.77

 

CMYK 0 / 58 / 25 / 45

HEX #8B3B68

RGB 139 59 104

HSL 326.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 37.14, 39.38, -9.74

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 58 / 48 / 0 / 45

HEX #3B488B

RGB 59 72 139

HSL 230.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 32.76, 15.85, -39.04

 

CMYK 0 / 58 / 48 / 45

HEX #8B3B48

RGB 139 59 72

HSL 350.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 36.15, 35.34, 9.11

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 58 / 2 / 0 / 45

HEX #3B888B

RGB 59 136 139

HSL 182.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.29, -22.55, -8.77

 

CMYK 10 / 58 / 0 / 45

HEX #7D3B8B

RGB 125 59 139

HSL 289.5, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 36.65, 41.32, -32.43

 

CMYK 0 / 55 / 58 / 45

HEX #8B3E3B

RGB 139 62 59

HSL 2.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 36.46, 32.54, 17.75

 

CMYK 48 / 0 / 58 / 45

HEX #488B3B

RGB 72 139 59

HSL 110.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 52.02, -37.59, 35.8

 

CMYK 58 / 19 / 0 / 45

HEX #3B708B

RGB 59 112 139

HSL 200.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 44.78, -9.35, -20.17

 

CMYK 10 / 58 / 0 / 45

HEX #7D3B8B

RGB 125 59 139

HSL 289.5, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 36.65, 41.32, -32.43

 

CMYK 0 / 38 / 58 / 45

HEX #8B563B

RGB 139 86 59

HSL 20.25, 0.4%, 0.39%

LAB 41.94, 19.05, 24.8

 

Description

Color code: RGB 72 139 59 | qconv.com Color code: RGB 72 139 59 | qconv.com - big

Since the color values are relatively low compared to others, this hue appears darker to us.

The breakdown of the color into the RGB color system: of 255 maximum color components, 72 red, 139 green and 59 blue.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the illustration you can see how the color is composed of the three components: red (top),green (bottom right) and blue (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
72 139 59 R G B
In the CMYK color system the color is composed as follows: In this color tone, out of 100 maximum color components, 48 cyan, none magenta, 58 yellow and 45 key.

The mixing ratio of these colors results in the displayed hue in the middle of the overlaps.

In the diagram you can see how the color is composed of the four components cyan (top left),magenta (top right),yellow (bottom right) and black or key (bottom left). In the middle you can see the result color.
48% 0% 58% 45% C M Y K

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