Qing Dynasty

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Shanyu Huang (鱔魚黄)? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Buddha's Hand Yellow (Bushukou)? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is tea leaf powder? An explanation of the origin, history, and color schemes of traditional Chinese colors.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Langyao Red? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Langyao Green? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Gua Peel Green (瓜皮緑)? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Pin Hong? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Songhua Green? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Bao Lan (宝蓝)? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Kahishi (eggplant purple)? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is Qiu Xiang? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.

Traditional Chinese Colors

What is "Dou Green" (豆緑)? An explanation of the origin, history, and color scheme of this traditional Chinese color.