Tyrian Plum - Annie Sloan CHALK PAINT TM decorative paint

Tyrian Plum is a wonderfully sophisticated earthy dark reddish-purple color with real warmth and depth.

This rich mellow aubergine color has been making an appearance as a supporting shade for the past few years, but now it's time for this rich jewel color to take center stage. Tyrian Plum's warmth, ripeness and depth of pigment will flatter north-facing spaces and works especially well in intimate spaces like dining rooms and bedrooms.

Tyrian Plum pairs beautifully with many different colors in the Chalk Paint palette. With classic neutrals like County Gray and Old White it will evoke neo-classical elegance. Blend with Honfleur and Burgundy with gold leaf details and set against an Olive or Pale Mallow backdrop for a dramatic look. Create a dark Victorian feel with jewel tones like Knightsbridge Green, or Amsterdam Green – or a contemporary look with Coolabah Green.

The color is named after Tyrian purple, a natural pigment extracted from sea snails in ancient times. The dye was also called royal purple or imperial purple and greatly prized in antiquity because it was so time-consuming and expensive to harvest.

Tyrian Plum is a dark, earthy, reddish-purple color, sophisticated and with exceptional warmth and depth.

This rich, ripe eggplant-like hue has emerged in recent years as a complementary color, but now it's time for this jewel-toned shade to take center stage. Its warmth and rich pigment make it ideal for north-facing spaces and especially well-suited to intimate settings like dining rooms and bedrooms.

Tyrian Plum pairs beautifully with many colors in the Chalk Paint™ palette. With classic neutrals like Country Grey and Old White, it evokes neoclassical elegance. Mixed with Honfleur and Burgundy, along with gold leaf accents and a base coat of Olive or Pale Mallow, it creates a dramatic effect. You can also create a dark Victorian atmosphere with jewel tones like Knightsbridge Green or Amsterdam Green, or a contemporary look with Coolabah Green.

The color takes its name from Tyrian purple, a natural pigment extracted from sea snails in ancient times. This dye, also known as royal or imperial purple, was highly prized in antiquity because of the laborious and expensive process of obtaining it.

Please note that colors shown here will vary depending on screen settings. We cannot guarantee that paint colors will exactly match the color you see on screen. If you are in doubt, please order a color card or sample pot first.

Please note that the colors shown may vary depending on your screen settings. We cannot guarantee that the shades will exactly match what you see on your screen. If you have any doubts, we advise you to request a color chart first.