I've been studying color theory and how I can make use of it in the designing of clothing, jewelry, and various accessories with a Steampunk bent (and in general). These are my observations.
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UPDATE: By the by, I found this as a beautiful reference. The site displays antique arms and armor, with this page being for swords. It displays the vast array of colors you can see in metals due to different curing methods. There are some really great examples of bluing here, for instance, as well as some browned pieces:
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The diagram provided says it all and (though I personally disagree with citron as a steampunk colour) provides a wonderful example of the colours that suited both the Victorian and Edwardian eras.
This article would, and should, be used as an excellent resource for steampunk costumers, illustrators, painters, artesians, writers, or indeed anyone interested in the genre.
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