Making Marbled Paper In Florence

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Making marbled paper in florence.

This is the peacock design unique to florence s marbled paper tradition. This class takes you on a fascinating journey behind the scenes of papermaking sharing traditional techniques developed over centuries and brought to perfection in florence. The paint is sprinkled on a gel made of seaweed a pattern is created with a pencil or a comb a sheet of paper is applied on top remove it delicately and you have beautiful florentine. The workshop s are offered by request so if she s free she will make sure to work with your schedule while in florence.

Single sheets of marbled paper sell for as little as 8. Paper marbling is a method that you can. She did it magnificently in her demonstration we were not as able to do it on our own. Made throughout europe even in the 19th century marbled paper making survives today almost exclusively in florence with its old artisan economy grafted onto the airborne tourist trade of the 20th.

So i decided on making her a card make out of marbled paper. After recently receiving a great gift from my aunt i had to go about making her a thank you card. In the legatoria la carta in florence i got a demonstration how florentine marbled paper is made. Founded in 1856 the artisan workshop giulio giannini e figlio continues a tradition spanning six generation of family members.

Alberto cozzi antico laboratorio artigianale. My favorite paper shop in florence. Old guide for a new road maria 6th generation. Hand marbled in florence italy by 2nd generation marbling artists this acid free paper features a stunning one of a kind array of vibrant colors that will add a distinguishing touch to any art or home décor project.

Bottega d arte and artistic bookbinding since 1856. The italian marbled paper weight is 90 100 or 120 gsm and is available in a variety of sizes. My grandfather used to say. A 90 minute hands on workshop dedicated to the art of restoring antique prints and books.

See 37 traveler reviews 26 candid photos and great deals for florence italy at tripadvisor. Proudly display your creativity with this bold and beautiful italian marbled paper.