A Legendary Printmaking Paper for Artists Who Demand the Best
Magnani 1404 Pescia Printmaking Paper is a premium, all-purpose printmaking paper made from 100% cotton, combining historical craftsmanship with exceptional quality. Produced by the Magnani paper mill in Italy—renowned for over 600 years and trusted by artists like Picasso and De Chirico—Pescia paper delivers an elegant balance of softness, strength, and versatility.
Each sheet is mould made on a slow-rotating cylinder to evenly distribute the cotton fibers, then pressed onto special felts and dried, resulting in a smooth surface with delicate sizing. This process makes the paper ideal for a wide variety of printmaking techniques including etching, intaglio, aquatint, stone lithography, and silkscreen. With four deckled edges, a subtle watermark, and no optical brighteners, Pescia provides both beauty and archival stability for serious artists.
Key Features
- 100% cotton, archival-quality printmaking paper
- 140 lb. (300 gsm) with a soft, smooth surface
- Mould made on a cylinder machine for uniform fiber distribution
- Delicately sized for exceptional ink handling
- Four deckled edges and embossed watermark
- Acid-free, pH-neutral, chlorine-free, and free of optical brighteners
- Made in Italy by Magnani
Perfect For
- Professional printmaking applications including etching, engraving, aquatint, intaglio, stone litho, and silkscreen
- Pen and ink drawing with precision
- Artists, educators, and students seeking top-tier paper
- Finished prints that stay flat and consistent
- Those who appreciate traditional European papermaking heritage
