Italian Xylography paper showcases elegant and detailed designs that encapsulate the essence of Italian artistry and cultural traditions. This centuries old xilografia or woodcut printing technique involves skilled artists carving intricate patterns and scenes into wood blocks, which are then inked and transferred onto paper or other materials. Italy has a long history of xilografia, with artists, artisans, and prestigious families in cities like Florence and Venice gaining recognition for their immaculate prints and papers made using this technique. Today, modern Italian artisans continue to produce printed artwork and decorative objects that display the same technical precision and creativity. These designs, some dating back to the 1930s, are deeply connected to different Italian regions and reflect their unique identities through intricate motifs inspired by local ceramics, carpets, and engravings.
SPECIFICATIONS
Size | 70 x 50 cm
Weight | 100 gsm
Usage | Bookbinding, Box Making, Greeting Card, Social Stationery, Wall Art, Interior Design, Collage, Decoupage, Paper Decoration, Gift Packaging
Origin | Italy