Each of our works begins with the selection of the perfect handmade paper - delicate but powerful in its structure. It carries the history of old craftsmanship and gives every picture a special aura.
Aber was genau ist Büttenpapier und warum ist es so besonders?
📜 The history of handmade paper
Handmade paper has been produced in a traditional craftsmanship since the Middle Ages. The name is derived from the so-called “Bütte”, a large vat in which the paper pulp – consisting of cotton, linen or hemp fibers – is suspended with water. Scooping these fibers creates the characteristic,
irregular yet robust paper that is characterized by its rough structure and soft edges. Each sheet is unique and is reminiscent of a time when paper was still made by hand and treated with the greatest care.
🎨 Der Herstellungsprozess von handgeschöpftem Büttenpapier
The production is a true craft. First the paper mass is stirred in the vat. A scoop frame is then used to scoop an even layer of fibers from the mass. The bow is then pressed and air dried, giving it its unique texture.
This elaborate production ensures that handmade paper is exceptionally durable and offers a tactile experience that cannot be compared to machine-made paper.
At Wonnereich we rely on this traditional craftsmanship to give our modern images of saints a very special expression. Each work of art unfolds its full magic on handmade paper - it is the perfect canvas for the story we tell with every brush stroke.
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