Crafted using traditional cylinder mould papermaking techniques, Arches® Velin d'Arches® Text Wove Paper is a premium 100% cotton paper prized by calligraphers, printmakers, bookbinders, and fine artists for its exceptional surface quality, durability, and archival permanence.
Its lightly textured surface offers an ideal balance between smoothness and tooth, allowing pen nibs, brushes, and drawing materials to glide effortlessly while maintaining excellent control. The gelatin surface sizing helps prevent ink feathering and bleed-through, making this paper particularly well suited for calligraphy, pen and ink drawing, and letterpress printing.
Despite its lightweight 119 gsm weight, Velin d'Arches possesses impressive bulk and strength, providing a substantial feel while remaining flexible enough for bookbinding and specialty printing applications.
Made from 100% cotton fibers and manufactured to archival standards, this elegant natural white paper is designed to preserve artwork, documents, and printed works for generations.
Features
- 100% cotton fine art paper
- Traditional cylinder mould-made construction
- Lightly textured wove surface
- Gelatin surface-sized
- Excellent ink control
- Helps prevent feathering and bleed-through
- Natural white color
- Acid-free
- Archival quality
- ISO 9706 permanent paper standard
- No optical brightening agents
- Deckle-edged sheets
- Watermarked for authenticity
Specifications
- Weight: 119 gsm
- Surface: Fine light grain
- Color: Natural White
- Composition: 100% Cotton
- Format: Sheets
- Acid-Free: Yes
- Archival: Yes
- Surface Sized: Gelatin
Ideal For
- Calligraphy
- Pen and ink
- Fountain pen work
- Letterpress printing
- Bookbinding
- Screen printing
- Pastel
- Charcoal
- Fine art drawing
- Limited edition prints
Why Artists Choose Velin d'Arches
The unique combination of cotton fibers, mould-made construction, and gelatin sizing provides:
- Exceptional durability
- Smooth pen performance
- Excellent ink control
- Superior dimensional stability
- Long-term archival permanence
- A luxurious tactile experience
Its surface is especially appreciated by calligraphers and printmakers who require precision, consistency, and professional presentation.
Traditional Mould-Made Quality
Velin d'Arches is produced on a traditional cylinder mould machine, a process that closely replicates handmade paper production.
Benefits include:
- Even fiber distribution
- Improved dimensional stability
- Consistent sheet formation
- Distinctive deckle edges
- Superior paper strength
This traditional manufacturing method has long been favored for premium fine art and printing papers.
Archival Conservation Standards
Velin d'Arches is designed for longevity and preservation.
- Acid-free
- Alkaline reserve
- No optical brightening agents
- Permanent paper standard (ISO 9706)
These qualities help protect artwork and printed materials from deterioration over time.
