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Capturing the flavour of finely wrought Renaissance-style leather bindings, Paperblanks Old Leather Pacific Blue softcover Flexi notebook pays homage to the craft of delicate gold tooling, originally brought to Europe via the flourishing trade routes to the East. The timeless beauty of an antique leather book is brought into the present on the cover of this intricately embellished, peaceful sea...

Unheralded wildflowers and weeds are given a voice in our Vox Botanica series, featuring the work of celebrated Art Nouveau illustrator Anton Seder. Seder (1850–1916) was a designer, art professor, and eventual Director of the noted Kunstgewerbeschule (Arts and Crafts School) in Strasbourg, Alsace-Lorraine. With the region at that time hotly contested by both France and Germany, the art scene...

Taking their slightly sullen cues from previous artistic movements, the New Romantics of the 1980s brought their hairstyles and attitudes to new prominence. Our Peacock Punk bookmark celebrates the drama that made the New Romantic movement some of the most ironic good times popular culture has ever had.

William Shakespeare (Special Editions) Pencil (4 Pack) by Paperblanks celebrates the literary legacy of William Shakespeare (1564-1616), who is long considered the greatest of English writers. Shakespeare is responsible for beloved works such as Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Despite his prolificness, he left behind few manuscripts, and the signature reproduced here is one of just...

The archetype of the appealing anti-hero is encapsulated in Gil Blas, the star of Alain-René Lesage's 18th-century picaresque novel. Lesage's work was influenced by the story Lazarillo de Tormes, a Spanish novella published anonymously in 1554. The cover of an 1846 double publication of those works is reproduced here.

The art of still life painting is a celebrated part of Dutch culture, but before still life emerged, there were illustrators who delicately illuminated handwritten manuscripts with images of flora and fauna to add emotional power to a written work. One of the most celebrated practitioners of this style was Joris Hoefnagel (1542–1601). In the 1590s, the Emperor Rudolf II...

Celtic mythology and breathtaking animation unite in a stationery collection created in partnership with Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon. Reproduced here is artwork from WolfWalkers, a tale inspired by shape-shifters in Irish mythology, specifically the manwolves of Ossory, and the wisdom of Irish folklore.

Azulejos (meaning "small polished stone") are painted, glazed ceramic tiles that date back to 13th-century Portugal, where they were used inside buildings during the Gothic period. Today, we see these decorative tiles across a wide range of buildings, from monasteries, palaces, and restaurants to bars, railway stations, and family homes. The design on the tiles commonly relates to the building's...

Celtic mythology and breathtaking animation unite in a stationery collection created in partnership with Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon. Reproduced here is artwork from WolfWalkers, a tale inspired by shape-shifters in Irish mythology, specifically the manwolves of Ossory, and the wisdom of Irish folklore.

The term azulejos (meaning "small polished stone") refers to painted, glazed ceramic tiles dating back to 13th-century Portugal, used primarily during the Gothic period for interior decoration. These tiles adorn a wide range of buildings today, including monasteries, palaces, restaurants, bars, railway stations, and family homes. The designs on these azulejos often relate to the unique history of the buildings...

Azulejos (meaning "small polished stone") are painted, glazed ceramic tiles that date back to 13th-century Portugal where they were used inside buildings during the Gothic period. Today, we see these decorative tiles across a wide range of buildings, from monasteries, palaces, and restaurants to bars, railway stations, and family homes. The design on the tiles commonly relates to the building's...

Our Wordscapes cover, recreating a work by Catrin Welz-Stein, suggests the creative process of the mind’s mysterious inner workings. One can see influences and elements of children's literature, surrealism, and folklore in this image that invites you to enter your own Wordscape within its pages.

French artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841–1919) was one of the leading painters of the Impressionist movement, acclaimed for his portraiture and dreamy landscapes. Impressionists were the radicals of the art world, defying the formal rules of academic painting by preferring to paint outdoors rather than within the walls of a studio. The Impressionist group, which also included founding member Berthe Morisot,...

Luxuriate in the brass and regal blue tones of this Blue Luxe (Luxe Design) Bookmark by Paperblanks. The original book, crafted in Amsterdam in 1715, was bound in goatskin with elaborate gold tooling. Contained inside the volume was the Oratio Dominica (Lord's Prayer) in almost 150 languages and dialects.

French artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841–1919) was one of the leading painters of the Impressionist movement, acclaimed for his portraiture and dreamy landscapes. Impressionists were the radicals of the art world, defying the formal rules of academic painting by preferring to paint outdoors rather than within the walls of a studio. The Impressionist group, which also included founding member Berthe Morisot,...

Nobility and grace are restored in our filigreed Restoration design. Originally crafted in 1675 by the Queen’s Binder A, the balance of open space and intricate elements make it a shining jewel of the period. The binding was created to hold The Government of the Tongue by Richard Allestree, provost of Eton College.

Let a swirl of rose amid gilt embellishment inspire you to write your chronicles. This cover design is based on a binding originally published by Salel Binder in Paris in 1514. The tome, Chroniques, was created at a time when books were evolving, and binders were using smaller formats that were easier to bind. Pasteboards replaced wood covers, and gold...

Our Safavid Indigo design reproduces a leather filigree pattern incorporating handtooled motifs, retaining the elegance and style of the Islamic Golden Age even in our modern context. Originally released in a classic brown leather look, this new deep blue colour scheme pays tribute to the darkest tone of Persian Blue.

Anna Atkins (1799–1871) was an English botanist and photographer who holds the distinction of being the first person ever to publish a photography book. Reproduced here is a page from Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions, set atop the single-page introduction from Atkins’ work. This offers a fascinating insight into her motives and methods.

Anna Atkins (1799–1871) was an English botanist and photographer who was the first person ever to publish a photography book. Reproduced here is a page from Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions, set atop the single-page introduction from Atkins' work, detailing a fascinating insight into her motives and methods.

Inspired by a traditional Jewish wedding canopy (chuppah) that was decorated with metallic thread on a shimmering blue background, this design calls to mind new beginnings under an enchanting night sky. The use of a marriage canopy represents the new home established by a couple through their union.

Inspired by a traditional Jewish wedding canopy (chuppah) that was decorated with metallic thread on a shimmering blue background, this design calls to mind new beginnings under an enchanting night sky. The use of a marriage canopy represents the new home established by a couple through their union.

Legend has it that hanging a Bird of Happiness in one's home will bring good health and fortune to all who live under its warm embrace. Artist Nadezhda Sokolova, also known as Nadya Sokolova, has taken inspiration from this classic tale of Russian folklore with this Skybird design. Using her unique style of batik painting on silk, Sokolova captures the...

Legend has it that hanging a Bird of Happiness in one's home will bring good health and fortune to all who live under its warm embrace. Artist Nadezhda Sokolova, also known as Nadya Sokolova, has taken inspiration from this classic tale of Russian folklore with this Skybird design. Using her unique style of batik painting on silk, Sokolova captures the...

Legend has it that hanging a Bird of Happiness in one's home will bring good health and fortune to all who live under its warm embrace. Artist Nadezhda Sokolova, also known as Nadya Sokolova, has taken inspiration from this classic tale of Russian folklore with this Skybird (Birds of Happiness) Mini Lined Hardback Journal (Elastic Band Closure) design. Using her...

Legend has it that hanging a Bird of Happiness in one's home will bring good health and fortune to all who live under its warm embrace. Artist Nadezhda Sokolova, also known as Nadya Sokolova, has taken inspiration from this classic tale of Russian folklore with this Skybird design. Using her unique style of batik painting on silk, Sokolova captures the...

Legend has it that hanging a Bird of Happiness in one's home will bring good health and fortune to all who live under its warm embrace. Artist Nadezhda Sokolova, also known as Nadya Sokolova, has taken inspiration from this classic tale of Russian folklore with this Skybird design. Using her unique style of batik painting on silk, Sokolova captures the...

Celtic mythology and breathtaking animation come to life in a stationery collection created in partnership with Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon. Reproduced here is artwork from Song of the Sea, a tale inspired by the selkies of Irish mythology and the second instalment in the studio’s Irish Folklore Trilogy.

With pages displaying astounding plays of naturalistic illusionism, the luxurious personal prayer book known as the Spinola Hours is one of the most visually sophisticated Flemish manuscripts of the 16th century. A book of hours contains texts including a calendar of Church holidays, the Hours of the Virgin (a cycle of prayer services devoted to the Virgin Mary), the Office...

In his Spring painting (1894), Lawrence Alma-Tadema represented the Victorian custom of sending children to collect flowers on May Day. By placing the scene in ancient Rome, he suggested the festival's great antiquity through architectural details, dress, sculpture, and musical instruments based on Roman originals.

In his Spring painting (1894), Lawrence Alma-Tadema represented the Victorian custom of sending children to collect flowers on May Day. By placing the scene in ancient Rome, he suggested the festival s great antiquity through architectural details, dress, sculpture and musical instruments based on Roman originals.

The eternal appeal of a classic floral design is captured in the work of Irish illustrator William Kilburn (1745 1818). With winding twigs and colourful petals set against an inky black background, this Floralia journal design is emblematic of Kilburn s ability to blend local and exotic flora into a harmonious pattern.

Aristarkh Lentulov (1882–1943) was a major Russian avant-garde artist of Cubist orientation and one of the foremost representatives of the Moscow School of Art. Reproduced here is his work Monastery, 1917, an extraordinary and vibrant composition of the bishop’s courtyard in the New Jerusalem monastery in Russia.

Inspired by a traditional Jewish wedding canopy (chuppah) that was decorated with metallic thread on a shimmering blue background, this design calls to mind new beginnings under an enchanting night sky. The use of a marriage canopy represents the new home established by a couple through their union.

Aristarkh Lentulov (1882–1943) was a major Russian avant-garde artist of Cubist orientation and one of the foremost representatives of the Moscow School of Art. Reproduced here is his work Monastery, 1917, an extraordinary and vibrant composition of the bishop’s courtyard in the New Jerusalem monastery in Russia. Discover the remarkable artistry of Lentulov with the St. Petersburg (Lentulov’s Cityscapes) Midi...

Aristarkh Lentulov (1882–1943) was a major Russian avant-garde artist of Cubist orientation and one of the foremost representatives of the Moscow School of Art. Reproduced here is his work Monastery, 1917, an extraordinary and vibrant composition of the bishop’s courtyard in the New Jerusalem monastery in Russia.

Gabriel Garcia Marquez was a Colombian novelist, short-story writer, screenwriter, and journalist. Reproduced here is a page from his 1967 novel One Hundred Years of Solitude alongside a representation of the Macondo jungle. On the back cover is a sketch of Marquez drawn by a fan from our own in-house team of artists.

Aristarkh Lentulov (1882 1943) was a major Russian avant-garde artist of Cubist orientation and one of the foremost representatives of the Moscow School of Art. Reproduced here is his work Monastery, 1917, an extraordinary and vibrant composition of the bishop s courtyard in the New Jerusalem monastery in Russia.

Discover the ethereal dreams of Kinuko Y. Craft, an illustrator celebrated for her attention to detail. This Temptation cover showcases a flight of fantasy originally created by Craft as a Freda Warrington novel cover. Touching on ancient mythology and contemporary spirituality, it is sure to tempt the book lover in you!

Discover the ethereal dreams of Kinuko Y. Craft, an illustrator celebrated for her attention to detail. This Temptation A6 Dot Grid (Visions of Paradise) Cahier cover showcases a flight of fantasy originally created by Craft as a Freda Warrington novel cover. Touching on ancient mythology and contemporary spirituality, it is sure to tempt the book lover in you!

With our new Harry Potter Collection we offer you the chance to return to Hogwarts. Whether you are seeking to relive childhood wonder or uncover new meanings within your favourite stories, one truth remains certain: the magic of Harry Potter continues to inspire, and can be found within us all.

Discover the ethereal dreams of Kinuko Y. Craft, an illustrator celebrated for her attention to detail. This Temptation A6 Lined (Visions of Paradise) Cahier cover showcases a flight of fantasy originally created by Craft as a Freda Warrington novel cover. Touching on ancient mythology and contemporary spirituality, it is sure to tempt the book lover in you!

Discover the ethereal dreams of Kinuko Y. Craft, an illustrator celebrated for her attention to detail. This Temptation cover showcases a flight of fantasy originally created by Craft as a Freda Warrington novel cover. Touching on ancient mythology and contemporary spirituality, it is sure to tempt the book lover in you!

The lovely, organic pattern of our Terrene bookmark comes from the illustrious carpet-making traditions of the Moldavian people. By mixing ideals of beauty and harmony with folk mysticism and mythology, Moldavian craftspeople elevate everyday carpets to works of art. This book cover design comes from a contemporary rug manufacturer, Floare Carpet.

This lovely, organic pattern comes from the illustrious carpet-making traditions of the Moldavian people. The earliest known Moldavian carpets can be dated to the late 18th century, though archaeological findings suggest the craft tradition goes back to the 14th- and 15th-century weaving mills of the Moldavian countryside. By mixing ideals of beauty and harmony with folk mysticism and mythology, Moldavian...

This lovely, organic pattern comes from the illustrious carpet-making traditions of the Moldavian people. By mixing ideals of beauty and harmony with folk mysticism and mythology, Moldavian craftspeople elevate everyday carpets to works of spiritual and cultural expression. This particular design comes from a contemporary rug manufacturer, Floare Carpet, who design their floor coverings in the traditional ways. For those...

This lovely, organic pattern comes from the illustrious carpet-making traditions of the Moldavian people. The earliest known Moldavian carpets can be dated to the late 18th century, though archaeological findings suggest the craft tradition goes back to the 14th- and 15th-century weaving mills of the Moldavian countryside. By mixing ideals of beauty and harmony with folk mysticism and mythology, Moldavian...

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm popularised today's most enduring fairy tales. The Frog Prince; or, Iron Henry was the first tale in the 1812 edition of Grimms' Fairy Tales (Kinder- und Hausmärchen). We are honoured to reproduce this manuscript from the Bodmer Foundation as the first release in our Fairy Tale Collection.

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm popularised today's most enduring fairy tales. The Frog Prince; or, Iron Henry was the first tale in the 1812 edition of Grimms' Fairy Tales (Kinder- und Hausmärchen). We are honoured to reproduce this manuscript from the Bodmer Foundation as the first release in our Fairy Tale Collection.

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm popularised today's most enduring fairy tales. The Frog Prince; or, Iron Henry was the first tale in the 1812 edition of Grimms' Fairy Tales (Kinder- und Hausmärchen). We are honoured to reproduce this manuscript from the Bodmer Foundation as the first release in our Fairy Tale Collection.

New York City’s Chanin Building was built by Irwin S. Chanin in the late 1920s. Representing some of the finest Art Deco in the city, the lobby was styled around a "City of Opportunity" concept. With a geometric design symbolising human thought and emotion, a bronze ventilator grille from the building is reproduced here. The Chanin Rise (New York Deco)...

New York City is home to an endless number of famed landmarks and tourist attractions, including the eye-catching skyscrapers that punctuate the city skyline. Described in an original brochure as the "mise en scène for the romantic drama of American business," one such tower is the Chanin Building. This midtown Manhattan landmark was built by developer Irwin S. Chanin in...

New York City's Chanin Building was built by Irwin S. Chanin in the late 1920s. Representing some of the finest Art Deco in the city, the lobby was styled around a "City of Opportunity" concept. With a geometric design symbolising human thought and emotion, a bronze ventilator grille from the building is reproduced for this black and gold bookmark. The...

Described as the “mise en scène for the romantic drama of American business,” New York City’s Chanin Building was built by Irwin S. Chanin in the late 1920s. Ornately adorned with bronze grilles representing some of the finest Art Deco in the city, the lobby was styled around a “City of Opportunity” concept. One of these ventilator grilles, with loops,...

Enid Blyton wrote many books and short stories that captured an idyllic childhood full of adventure in the countryside, chief among them the popular The Famous Five series. We are honoured to celebrate Blyton's stories with this commemorative design showcasing Eileen Soper's nostalgic illustrations from the series.

Featuring a lively contemporary work by Japanese American artist Yuko Shimizu, this Lotus River design brings a touch of whimsy to the Paperblanks collection. This illustration on our cover was originally created for a 2015 issue of a specialized investment magazine with the intent to add a touch of creativity to the mundane.

This design is inspired by a 17th-century binding that originally housed the Bustan (known in English as The Orchard) by Persian poet Saadi. Written entirely in verse, the stories are rich in moral thought. The intricate botanical patterns of this design beautifully reflect the fruits of Saadi's wisdom.

Inspired by the 17th-century binding that originally housed the Bustan, a seminal work by Persian author Saadi (1210–1291), this design features intricate birds and flowers that beautifully mirror the contents of the original volume. Today, the historic binding can be found in the British Library. Saadi Shirazi, known by his pen name Saadi, was a poet and prose writer born...

Inspired by the 17th-century binding that originally housed the Bustan, a seminal work by Persian author Saadi (1210–1291), this design beautifully mirrors the contents of the original volume. The Bustan (known in English as The Orchard) is one of Saadi’s two best-known works. Written entirely in verse, the stories are rich in moral thought and principles. The intricate botanical patterns...

Inspired by the 17th-century binding that originally housed the Bustan, a seminal work by Persian author Saadi (1210-1291), this design beautifully mirrors the contents of the original volume. Saadi Shirazi, known by his pen name Saadi, was a poet and prose writer born in Shiraz, Iran. Saadi was nicknamed "The Master of Speech" among Persian scholars for the strength of...

Featuring a lively contemporary work by Japanese American artist Yuko Shimizu, this Lotus River design brings a touch of whimsy to the Paperblanks collection. This illustration on our cover was originally created for a 2015 issue of a specialized investment magazine with the intent to add a touch of creativity to the mundane.

Celtic mythology and breathtaking animation unite in a first-of-its-kind stationery collection created in partnership with Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon. Reproduced here is artwork from The Secret of Kells, a retelling of the origin of the Book of Kells and the first film in the studio’s Irish Folklore Trilogy.

Featuring a lively contemporary work by Japanese American artist Yuko Shimizu, this Lotus River design brings a touch of whimsy to the Paperblanks collection. This illustration on our cover was originally created for a 2015 issue of a specialized investment magazine with the intent to add a touch of creativity to the mundane.

Tiptoe through the tulips with us as we discover the vibrantly detailed gardens of Gary Grayson’s artistic world. A lifelong artist, Grayson’s affinity for both antique prints and modern graphic design is on display in the digital artworks behind our Nature Montages series. His distinctive style is an eclectic mix of vintage vector, impressionism, and pop art – all combined...

Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) was one of the great post-Impressionist painters. After moving to the town of Arles in 1888, he began experimenting with still life pieces, which he called colour studies. We are honoured to partner with the Barnes Foundation to bring one of Van Gogh’s finest still life artworks to our collection. Introducing the Van Gogh’s Still Life...

Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) was one of the great post-Impressionist painters. After moving to the town of Arles in 1888, he began experimenting with still life pieces, which he called colour studies. We are honoured to partner with the Barnes Foundation to bring one of Van Gogh’s finest still life artworks to our collection in the form of the Van...

Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) was one of the great post-Impressionist painters. After moving to the town of Arles in 1888, he began experimenting with still life pieces, which he called colour studies. We are honoured to partner with the Barnes Foundation to bring one of Van Gogh’s finest still life artworks to our collection. Van Gogh’s Still Life Pencil (12...

Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) was one of the great post-Impressionist painters. After moving to the town of Arles in 1888, he began experimenting with still life pieces, which he called colour studies. We are honoured to partner with the Barnes Foundation to bring one of Van Gogh's finest still life artworks to our collection. Discover the Van Gogh’s Still Life...

Vault of the Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) Bookmark by Paperblanks captures the essence of the Duomo di Milano, a masterpiece of Italian Gothic architecture. The drawing featured is part of a series by the architect Paolo Cesa Bianchi, designed for the decoration of the Cathedral's interior vaults. The intricate arabesques create an illusion of a faux relief arborescence set...

Vault of the Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) Midi Lined Hardback Journal (Wrap Closure) by Paperblanks The Duomo di Milano represents the pinnacle of Italian Gothic architecture. The drawing recreated here is part of a series proposed by the architect Paolo Cesa Bianchi for the decoration of the interior vaults of the Cathedral. The soaring arabesques create a sense of...

Vault of the Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) Midi Unlined Hardback Journal (Wrap Closure) by Paperblanks celebrates the splendour of the Duomo di Milano, a masterpiece of Italian Gothic architecture. The drawing featured in this journal is inspired by a series proposed by the architect Paolo Cesa Bianchi, intended for the interior vaults of the Cathedral. These exquisite arabesques soar...

The design reproduced here centres around a sensitive plant (mimosa pudica) surrounded by chambers containing snowdrops and other richly hued and contrasting flowers, foliage, and butterflies. The original binding was used for The Sensitive Plant and Early Poems by Percy Bysshe Shelley and is a celebration of the many moods of the creative spirit.

The Duomo di Milano represents the pinnacle of Italian Gothic architecture. The drawing recreated here is part of a series proposed by the architect Paolo Cesa Bianchi for the decoration of the interior vaults of the Cathedral. The soaring arabesques create a sense of a faux relief arborescence over a golden background.

Our Viennese Fruit design features the work of celebrated Art Nouveau illustrator Anton Seder. It originates from his 1890 publication, Die Pflanze in Kunst und Gewerbe, or The Plant in Art and Trade. Seder's harmonious use of space, plethora of details, and candid depiction of natural elements drew us to this piece.

Using authentic Japanese washi tape paper, metallic foiling, and a touch of varnish for protection, our Les Papillons/Les Oiseaux washi tape set will bring a pop of colour to your bullet journal spread. This double-pack is inspired by two 19th-century book cover designs by French illustrator Hector Giacomelli.

Our Viennese Fruit design features the work of celebrated Art Nouveau illustrator Anton Seder. It originates from his 1890 publication, Die Pflanze in Kunst und Gewerbe, or The Plant in Art and Trade. Seder's harmonious use of space, plethora of details, and candid depiction of natural elements drew us to this piece.

Our Viennese Fruit design features the work of celebrated Art Nouveau illustrator Anton Seder. It originates from his 1890 publication, Die Pflanze in Kunst und Gewerbe, or The Plant in Art and Trade. Seder’s harmonious use of space, plethora of details, and candid depiction of natural elements drew us to this piece.

Our Viennese Fruit design features the work of celebrated Art Nouveau illustrator Anton Seder. It originates from his 1890 publication, Die Pflanze in Kunst und Gewerbe, or The Plant in Art and Trade. Seder's harmonious use of space, plethora of details and candid depiction of natural elements drew us to this piece.

A man as tormented as he was beloved, Oscar Wilde used his experiences to form brilliant, if controversial, literary works, including The Importance of Being Earnest. He is remembered as one of the most influential writers of the Victorian era.