Cicada Wing Xuan Paper

Cicada Wing Xuan Paper is a premium, ultra-thin rice paper that combines delicate translucence with remarkable strength, making it perfect for detailed, layered artwork. Its smooth, alum-sized surface ensures crisp brushstrokes, while a subtle mica shimmer enhances the beauty of ink and color washes.

• Handmade in China • Weight- 20 gsm • Fiber content- kozo • Neutral pH • Available in multiple sizes

See a complete description and more specifications below.

8.5" x 11" Sheet

SKU:BHA-CWSXP-8

Price: $1.70

12" x 12" Sheet

SKU:BHA-CWSXP-12

Price: $2.55

27.5" x 27" Sheet

SKU:BHA-CWSXP-27

Price: $9.95

27.5" x 54" Sheet

SKU:BHA-CWSXP-54

Price: $14.45

Description

Chinese Cicada Wing Xuan Paper

Discover the elegance and subtle beauty of our Cicada Wing Xuan Paper. Crafted with the finest traditional techniques, this paper mimics the fragile beauty of cicada wings—ultra-thin and translucent yet surprisingly durable. Its refined structure allows it to endure multiple washes without pilling or developing a fuzzy surface, making it ideal for detailed, layered work.

To support crisp, flawless brushstrokes, each sheet is expertly sized with alum, creating a non-absorbent surface that prevents ink and pigment from bleeding or smearing. A light dusting of mica mineral powder adds a subtle, ethereal shimmer when viewed in sunlight or strong illumination, enhancing the beauty of both ink and color washes.

The Cicada Wing paper is perfect for Gongbi style brush painting and other traditional Chinese painting styles.