Purple
Purple, any shade, is my favorite color [dark forest green is my 2nd favorite] -It is said if you surround yourself with purple you will have peace of mind.
house in New Orleans
courtesy of Pinterest
Being the combination of red and blue, the warmest and coolest colors, purple is believed to be the ideal color.
Purple is the color most favored by artists.
Iris - artist Claude Monet
circa 1914
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Purple is associated with imagination and inspiration.
© by Luciferismydad
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The first recorded use of purple as a color name in English was in 975. Shades of purple extend from: royalty in ancient history called Tyrian purple [Tyre] to pale shades of lavender such as Thistle. Tyrian purple is the first known use of the color purple. But, contradictory, this may be more true: "Purple dye was first discovered by Heracles [aka Hercules], or rather, by his dog, whose mouth was stained purple from chewing on snails along the coast of the Levant" in the 2nd Century BC.
[Tyraian purple is more a wine color on the color wheel]
"The Discovery of Purple"
by artist Paul Rubens
circa: 1634?
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Linking to: Friday's Fave Fives
Purple, any shade, is my favorite color [dark forest green is my 2nd favorite] -It is said if you surround yourself with purple you will have peace of mind.
house in New Orleans
courtesy of Pinterest
Being the combination of red and blue, the warmest and coolest colors, purple is believed to be the ideal color.
Purple is the color most favored by artists.
Iris - artist Claude Monet
circa 1914
courtesy of Google Search
Purple is associated with imagination and inspiration.
© by Luciferismydad
courtesy of Pinterest
The first recorded use of purple as a color name in English was in 975. Shades of purple extend from: royalty in ancient history called Tyrian purple [Tyre] to pale shades of lavender such as Thistle. Tyrian purple is the first known use of the color purple. But, contradictory, this may be more true: "Purple dye was first discovered by Heracles [aka Hercules], or rather, by his dog, whose mouth was stained purple from chewing on snails along the coast of the Levant" in the 2nd Century BC.
[Tyraian purple is more a wine color on the color wheel]
"The Discovery of Purple"
by artist Paul Rubens
circa: 1634?
courtesy of Google Search
Linking to: Friday's Fave Fives
Purple is a nice color. Not sure I would paint my house purple, but I enjoy seeing this one. The Monet is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI like the colors, and the style of home...but I don't think I would paint MY house those colors either.
DeleteMy favorite color! This is very interesting, and I didn't know many of the facts you shared. Have a great Friday and holiday weekend, Anni! :-)
ReplyDelete...have a great holiday weekend yourself DJ!!
DeleteI like purple on many things - but not my house! :)
ReplyDelete...me either
DeleteWhat a stunning capture. Lovely shade of purples, and quite a charming house.
ReplyDeletecharming....for some one else besides me. lol
DeleteI do love purple myself. Great pictures that all made me happy this morning- can't get too much purple!
ReplyDelete...you got that right. Purple rocks [not as in pebbles. lol]
DeleteI'm so glad we have other sources for purple dye now:) Loved these pictures. Purple has always been my favorite color, too, although I don't use it around my house very much. I love purple in nature. Nice post.
ReplyDelete...thanks Karen
Deletelove that house
ReplyDeleteI like it too...but wouldn't live in it I don't think.
DeletePurple does lend a sense of calmness and peace. It is a beautiful color to surround yourself with. Blessings for a beautiful weekend. Catherine
ReplyDelete...have a beautiful holiday weekend yourself, Catherine.
DeleteI like this post so much Anni. I love any shade of purple or lavender. I even like the house but I guess my neighbors wouldn't, but if I was younger I might even dare to paint it that color anyway. lol I say younger because I used to do all the painting but haven't touched a paintbrush or roller in several years.
ReplyDelete...yep, the neighbors probably would like ours painted like this either, but I do admit I like it as a drive by viewing.
DeleteWow, I want to live in that house! And don't forget purple's other claim to fame, every little girl has two favorite colors: purple and pink! Also in the bible, Lydia sold purple fabric.
ReplyDelete...the purples back in biblical times was much more a burgundy/wine color.
DeleteI love that purple house! Thanks for all the interesting facts about the color purple. Did you know that nothing rhymes with the word: "purple" ? Have a great weekend. Jo
ReplyDeleteyes....same goes with rhyming the word orange..
DeleteWhat a colourful house! All the grand (and wee) Victorians and Queen Anne's were painted just as colourfully.
ReplyDeleteLots of fun and interesting facts about purple today; thanks for the smile!
...colorful indeed. I did notice plywood in the window by the peak of the roof...wonder what happened to the window.
DeleteFun post. I like the color too, but I think living in that house might be a little much. And I have to wonder if it brings the neighbors peace of mind! My son hates that his HOA makes their neighborhood be what he calls "the beige blocks" . I guess he'd love this home!
ReplyDeleteWell, I do like a bit of variety in homes so I can understand your son's way of thinking. But I'm with you, like the house, but not to live in.
DeleteMaybe I need a little more purple in my life :)
ReplyDelete..." a little purple goes a long way "....you can quote me. rofl
DeleteVery interesting! My stepdaughter's favorite color is purple. Of course LSU is purple and gold and everyone around here wears it year round. Enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteI remember seeing the football field all done up in purple and gold...do they still do that?
DeleteYes, purple is my very favorite.
ReplyDelete...purple is good.
DeleteI have a whole new outlook on the color purple now. It is a "royal" color and has so many luscious shades. Hope all is well, Anni. Have a great weekend. Mickie :)
ReplyDelete...what a wonderful surprise to have you stop by Mickie....long time no see.
DeleteOh yes, we also consider purple noble color in Japan♡♡♡
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend!
Sending you Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*
Luvya bunches too Miyako
DeleteI did not know all this about purple...when I was a child, the lighter shade of purple was my favorite color. Now I don't have a favorite.
ReplyDelete...I do know my LEAST favorite for me personally is ORANGE.
DeleteThe house can only come from New Orléans! I love the way the paint houses there. It was started by the Creoles who didn't want their City houses to look like the Americans'houses which were all white. a couple of centuries ago. Another interesting story you might like. I did enjoy your treatise on purple. Lydia was a seller of purple in the Bible, New Testament. xo Jenny
ReplyDeleteI do remember reading that the city of New Orleans encourages colorful homes.
DeletePurple is my favorite color for flowers- I didn't know all this about the color though.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
...I too love the color purple of the many flowers.
DeleteYou know I used to like blue but I'm really into purple lately.
ReplyDeletepurple does have blue in it...so you're still with blues of some kind.
DeleteI too love shaded of purple and all it's hues. How interesting about Hercules dog .
ReplyDelete...glad you enjoyed the bit of trivia Willow
DeleteI love purple, too! (And I love your James Dunn quote -- everyone wants to be Theo. (HA!) Have a great week ahead.
ReplyDelete...thanks Laura!
DeleteGORGEOUS PURPLE PHOTOS. I LOVE ALL BRIGHT COLORS WITH RED AND PURPLE BEING MY FAVORITES!! AS I'VE BECOME MORE 'MATURE'
ReplyDeleteI FOUND I LOVE WEARING LAVENDER WHICH I DID NOT WEAR WHEN I WAS 'LESS MATURE'. LAVENDER COMPLIMENTS MY 'MATURE HAIR'!
HUGS CECILIA
...you should be a member of the Red Hat Society then...that is their TWO colors of choice.
DeleteVery beautiful! Don't think I would want a purple house, though. And who knew the history of the color purple was so interesting - so "colorful"?
ReplyDeleteIowa Voice
lol...love your play on words Mike.
DeleteI think I need some purple ... I need to relax more. Beautiful photos and interesting information. Don't think I could live in a purple house, but very suitable for New Orleans.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the visit to Timeless Treasures and nice comment on my "Pickin' the good stuff". Always happy to see you.
Blessings,
Audrey Z.
...thank YOU for stopping by Audrey. You know I really enjoy your blog.
DeletePurple is indeed a very happy color. I like your little bird and his reflection below. So sweet!
ReplyDeletexo Catherine
...thanks Catherine
DeleteI use purple often in my paintings ! Love the color !
ReplyDelete...as I stated above, it's a favorite color for me as well.
DeleteI have never thought about the color purple much before your post. For some reason it always represented death for me. I wonder why. I have not worn anything purple to this day, avoiding it. Today I will look for purple! Thank you.
ReplyDelete...purple is a great color! And what is so neat about it...ANY complexion can wear it and look good in it.
DeleteGreat pictures of purple; we also consider it noble color♡♡♡ I've never known this color also associated with imagination and inspiration. I really need them p;)
ReplyDeleteSending you Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*
lol....purple will help.
DeleteLovely purples!!!
ReplyDelete(ツ) from Cottage Country Ontario , ON, Canada!
...thanks Jennifer...I can't take any credit with this and the images tho...it's just all 'research'.
DeleteHmmm. I do like purple, but the house is just a tad too much for me. :))
ReplyDelete...I agree...to live in ...no, but it's still pretty to drive by and photograph. lol
DeleteAs you pointed out, purple is a royal color. I really like it in combination with gold or orange colors.
ReplyDeleteI don't believe I've ever seen a purple/orange combination...but why not, they're opposite the color wheel...contrasting...it would work nicely.
Deletequite vivid representations. :)
ReplyDelete...indeed!
DeleteHello There, We just got home from a great week--which was a terrific 'healing' experience for me --as I recover from gallbladder surgery followed by that wicked infection... You'll have to check out my blog post today (if you haven't done so yet).
ReplyDeleteWell---as much as I love the color, purple, I don't think I'd want a Purple house EVER.... Weird....
Speaking of weird things, I read today about them doing TATOOS on people's teeth now... Can you believe it? What next???? ha
Happy Memorial Day to you and yours... Let's never forget those men and women (past and present) who were/are in the Armed Forces and have done so much to give us the FREEDOM we have today. God Bless ALL of them and God Bless the USA.
Hugs,
Betsy
Hope you had a great holiday too Betsy.
DeleteI love the color purple too. It's such a regal color.
ReplyDelete...it is, isn't it?
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