Egyptian Color Palette

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Egyptian Color Palette

Unique Color Palette inspired by ancient Egyptian civilization.

The Meaning of the Egyptian Colors

The Ancient Egyptian Color Scheme: An Eternal Homage to the Land of the Pharaohs

The Egyptian color palette is a digital product that was inspired by the ancient Egyptian culture, history, and symbolism, and it provides an excellent entry point into this fascinating world. The vibrant hues of ancient Egypt had more meaning than just their aesthetic appeal. They believed that colors held the key to comprehending the forces of nature, divine intervention, and their own place in the cosmos, therefore the Egyptians took great care in selecting each color for its symbolic power.

Each of the six fundamental hues in the Egyptian color pallet has a special significance. Among these hues are:

The Egyptians valued blue so much that they created two different hues of it: a lighter one, known as Irtiu, and a deeper one, known as Khesbedj. The Egyptians believed the color blue to be a representation of the sky, the waters of creation, and the Nile River. Amun, the ruler of gods, was associated with this color, which served as a talisman against harm.

Wadj (green) was a highly esteemed color in ancient Egyptian culture because it symbolized renewal and growth. It was a symbol of the Nile’s regenerative power, the earth’s bounty, and the afterlife’s gift of immortality to the pharaohs. It was common practice to show Osiris, god of the afterlife and rebirth, with a green complexion.

The arid desert that encircled the lush Nile Valley was symbolized by the color red (Deshret), which was a symbol of power and peril. It was also the color associated with Ra, the sun deity, and so with strength, vitality, and life. Although red was employed to ward off evil spirits and harmful powers, it was also associated with chaos and destruction.

Gold, which the Egyptians considered to be the flesh of the gods, was considered to be the hue yellow (Khenet), which symbolized the everlasting and unbreakable. It was also connected to the sun and the solar god Ra, representing eternal life, invincibility, and a connection to the divine. In order to emphasize their divine status, both pharaohs and gods were frequently represented with golden skin.

There were two types of white recognized by the Egyptians; the dazzling and luminous Hedj, and the more subdued and off-white Shesep. White was the color of holiness and cleanliness. It was also the color of the sacred ibis bird, which stood for Thoth (the god of knowledge and writing), and the clothes worn by priests.

Fertility, rebirth, and the natural cycle of life and death were all represented by the color black (Kem), which was derived from the fertile soil deposited by the Nile during its annual floods. Osiris, the Egyptian deity of the underworld, was typically represented with black skin to emphasize his authority in this realm.

The ancient Egyptians’ use of vivid colors with significant symbolic significance is a monument to their creativity and inventiveness, as evidenced by the enduring popularity of the Egyptian color palette. Invoking the mystery and appeal of this fascinating culture, this digital offering challenges you to discover their hidden truths.

Specifications

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WHAT IS INCLUDED
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An instant download of a ZIP folder contains:

⋙ .Swatches file  (Procreate)
⋙ .Ase file (all Adobe software)
⋙ Color Guide Template
⋙ PDF file with Hex Codes for direct color picking
⋙ CMYK and RBG Color profiles

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HOW TO USE COLOR PALETTES
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Our color palettes are fully compatibles with:
Procreate – Canva – Photoshop – Illustrator – Sketch – Figma – ZBrush
You have just to import the files in your preferred software!