"Rice" paper proudly represents the Natural Line product range of Hahnemühle. Its unmistakable structure makes it an exquisite image carrier. In keeping with the tradition of Japanese paper art, the pulp which forms the heart of the paper was scooped through screens. Carried by bamboo woods, these left distinctive water lines in the paper, similar to a watermark, creating the characteristic ribbed structure that defines the 'Rice' paper today. Its base material, a first-class pulp, is refined into a fine art paper with a weight of 100 g/m². It is a lightweight paper, comparable to high-quality writing paper, but its fine white and subtle texture elevate it to a class of its own – free from optical brighteners. Thanks to a print-optimized coating, it enables reproductions in brilliant clarity and boasts high aging resistance.

Art prints are more than just wall decoration; they are an expression of refined living style. The 'Rice' paper enriches this ambiance with its traditional aura. Its delicate appearance is ideal for fine ink applications. A subtle motif, perhaps centrally positioned and framed by a passe-partout, skillfully draws the viewer's gaze. An artfully restrained work thus naturally moves into the center of attention. The matte surface of the paper ensures a reflection-free view from every angle.

With its authentic structure, the 'Rice' paper is the ideal canvas for Japanese ink painting. Yet, not only Asian art benefits from its advantages: Western masters like Vincent van Gogh and Rembrandt also appreciated the fine nuances that sketching with brown ink on paper allows. Many of their sketches impress with their richness of detail. Reproductions of handwritten letters, whether from Emile Zola to his friend Manet or correspondence from Van Gogh to an art friend, find an imposing stage on this classic paper. Not to forget are the breathtaking illustrations of historical works that harmoniously combine text and illustration.