Silkscreened Nepalese Lokta Paper - FRIDA KAHLO

Frida Kahlo's iconic reputation speaks for itself--especially in the artistic world. A highly-acclaimed and well-respected Mexican artist, she is best known for her many self-portraits, which often provide social and political commentary on her early 20th century society. It seems only fitting that 8 of Kahlo's one-of-a-kind portraits are hand-silkscreened onto a paper equally unique and artistic--Lokta. 

Lokta Paper is a strong, durable and eco-friendly paper hand made from the fiber of the "Nepal Paper Plant," also called the Daphne Shrub or Lokta Bush. The pulp fibers are long and flexible providing exceptional strength while maintaining its light weight. This paper features subtle fiber inclusions, adding natural beauty to whatever you create with it. Black outlines of Frida Kahlo's portraits are carefully silkscreened onto this soft and supple handmade base sheet.

Lokta Papers are acid-free and weigh approximately 45 to 60 gsm for a moderate weight. The handmade paper lends itself to a multitude of art, craft and home décor applications. It even makes an excellent gift wrap. It is ink jet and laser printer compatible and is available in multiple sizes.