Amate Bark Paper from Mexico- Marble Lace 15.5x23.5 Inch Sheet

Handmade by the Otomi artisans of Mexico this beautiful amate paper is still created using the same methods that their Mesoamerican ancestors used 3000 years ago. Boiled and pounded from the bark of amate wild fig tree xalama jonote and mulberry trees this acid free paper is a wonderful choice for fine art uses including acrylic or gouache paintings ink and pastel drawings stamping blockprinting bookmaking/bookbinding and paper crafts. Due to the use of natural bark and the handmade process each sheet is unique and will vary in shade color weight and pattern. Size is approximate due to the deckle edges and drying process.