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Hand marbled cotton paper bookmark

Hand decorated cotton paper bookmarks following the technique developed in the XVII century and refined by the Florentine bookbinders. They developed different ingredients and created new designs throughout more than 400 years.

During these years materials used to marble paper developed, from water to different gelatines as a base and more complex colours to create the patterns, nowadays acrylic paints and distilled water or oil paints an terpentine. We use a new recipe which consists of special inks and solvents. The result is amazing! Bright tones and a number of variations given by blending the colours on a gel created with a moss called Carrageen. Colours are spread on the surface with a brush, then mixed and combed to create different patterns. The Peacock design is obtained using different combs on a thick base until we get the desired effect.

These bookmarks are not only a thoughtful gift for book lovers but also a charming keepsake for any special occasion. Excellent gift for your book club

Size: 20 x 3 cm

Made in Florence Italy