Persian orange
A warm orange seen in Persian carpets and on Allis-Chalmers tractors
Persian orange is a warm, earthy orange shade found in Persian carpets and pottery from Iran. The name first appeared in English in 1892. It is also the colour of orange pudding made without added dyes, and since 1928, it has been used on Allis-Chalmers tractors for visibility.
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- Used in Persian carpets and pottery from Iran
- First named in English in 1892
- Colour of orange pudding without added dyes
- Allis-Chalmers tractors painted Persian orange since 1928
What colour is Persian orange?
Persian orange is a shade of orange that appears warm and earthy, sitting between yellow-orange and brown on the colour spectrum. It is notable for its use in traditional Persian crafts, especially carpets and pottery, where it brings a rich, inviting tone. The colour is distinct enough to stand out, even when used in practical settings, and is easily recognised in both textiles and machinery.
Where does Persian orange come from?
The name Persian orange comes from its association with Iran, where it is used in Persian carpets and pottery. The term first appeared in English in 1892. Its use in Iranian decorative arts helped define its identity as a specific shade of orange, separate from other regional or generic oranges.
Where Persian orange is used
Persian orange is seen in traditional Persian carpets and pottery, giving these crafts a characteristic warmth. In food, orange pudding made without artificial colouring naturally takes on this shade. Since 1928, Allis-Chalmers, an American manufacturer, has painted its tractors Persian orange to make them visible in fields, even when dirty.
Orange around the world
What the orange family means from country to country.
The lowest band of the flag is orange, often called apricot, after the national fruit. The constitution says it stands for the creative talent and hard work of the people.
Politics and protestNature and renewalPrideSource: Flag of ArmeniaThe flag is split corner to corner. The orange half stands for the Buddhist tradition, and the white dragon across the middle for purity.
Sacred and holySource: Flag of BhutanOn 30 September people wear orange shirts to remember the children sent to residential schools. Phyllis Webstad's new orange shirt was taken from her on her first day at one.
Mourning and deathPolitics and protestGriefSource: National Day for Truth and ReconciliationOrange is also the colour of the New Democratic Party. Its sweep of Quebec seats in the 2011 election was called the Orange Wave.
Politics and protestSource: New Democratic PartyThe flag shows the island in copper orange on white. The colour recalls copper, which was mined here in ancient times and may have taken its name from Cyprus.
Politics and protestNature and renewalSource: Flag of CyprusThe orange stripe of the flag stands for Protestants, the followers of William of Orange. In Northern Ireland the Orange Order still marches each 12 July in orange sashes.
Politics and protestSource: Orange OrderShades and relatives of Persian orange
Persian orange is one of several named shades of orange. It is distinct from brighter or more yellow-toned oranges, and is not to be confused with other regional shades. Its use in Persian crafts sets it apart from similar colours used elsewhere.
Colours that go with Persian orange
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Questions people ask about Persian orange
What colour is Persian orange?
Persian orange is a warm, earthy orange shade, seen in Persian carpets, pottery, and some foods.
Where does the name Persian orange come from?
The name comes from its use in Persian (Iranian) carpets and pottery. It was first recorded in English in 1892.
Where is Persian orange used?
It is used in Persian carpets and pottery, in orange pudding made without food colouring, and on Allis-Chalmers tractors.
Why are Allis-Chalmers tractors painted Persian orange?
Since 1928, Allis-Chalmers tractors have been painted Persian orange so they remain visible in fields, even when dirty.
Good reading and sources
The facts on this page come from the Wikipedia article "Shades of orange" (the section "Persian orange"), written by its contributors and used under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence. Rang rewrote the text in its own words, with AI assistance, and compares every page with the article to make sure no passage is copied. It may be reused under the same CC BY-SA 4.0 licence with a link back.
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