1888 Color Chip Set with Application Guidance
40 Documented Colors for Architectural and Decorative Use

A rare 1888 Sherwin-Williams chip set featuring 40 original colors offered to homeowners and craftsmen of the period.

Included are four chromolithographic plates illustrating how colors were applied—body, trim, shutters, and accents—providing direct guidance from 1888.

This collection reflects late-1880s color development:

• Deep, structural hues
• Warm accent tones
• Versatile exterior shades

More than a palette, this set pairs authentic color with period application—showing how schemes were composed in practice.

Suitable for:

• 1880s home restoration
• Authentic exterior color planning
• Study of historic American palettes

Drawn from original material, this collection offers both color and instruction.

Not a reinterpretation—
but documented colors with their original use.

Color Matching & Sample Disclaimer

We define our historic color matches as precison-matched in hue to original manufacturer references. Each 8 oz sample is produced in our standard match grade to accurately represent the color.

Due to differences between paint products and finishes, the same color may vary slightly when produced in other grades or sheens.

Higher-grade paint options are available for final applications, just as with full home orders.

Upgrade for Best Results

Your sample represents the color. Your final paint determines the finish.

For full projects, we recommend upgrading to a higher-performance paint line for superior coverage, durability, and overall appearance—especially on exteriors and detailed trim.

Contact us for recommendations based on your specific project.