Hahnemuhle

Sumi-e

80gsmPlant fibres (mulberry/kozo blend)smoothnatural

Characteristics

Sizing: unsized
Formats: 24x32cm, 30x40cm
Coating: Very thin Japanese-style paper. Highly absorbent. Creates translucent cyanotypes that look beautiful backlit. Not robust enough for processes requiring extensive wet processing.

CyanotypeGoodBeautiful translucency for light-box display

Platinum PalladiumNot suitableToo thin and fragile

KallitypeNot suitable

Gum BichromateNot suitableCannot handle wet processing

Jackson's ArtUK

Hahnemuhle DirectEU

Physical specifications from manufacturer datasheets. Process suitability ratings based on published references and practitioner experience.

Data from: Cyanotype: The Blueprint in Contemporary Practice[Authoritative Reference]

Last verified: Apr 2026Reviewed: Apr 2026Report an error Suggest an edit