Obsidian Journal (for Diary, Notebook)

Modeled after an ornate 17th-century French book, the Obsidian Journal from Peter Pauper Press is a versatile and visually stunning choice for a wide range of writing and creative purposes, from meeting notes to poetry and from novel drafting to future planning. Featuring a timeless style and opulent design, this journal showcases intricate embossing on the cover, creating a textured surface that can be felt. The binding is adorned with gold designs, mimicking the impressions left by the tools of the original book binder.

As you turn the pages, the gold tipping on the edges catches the light, adding a refined touch. The journal is crafted with premium quality, opening flat for ease of use and featuring a sleek black ribbon bookmark to keep your place. Its large size provides ample space for expansive writing, yet the compact dimensions allow it to fit comfortably inside a small messenger bag or backpack.

The journal's archival ivory paper is luxuriously smooth, with subtle light gray lines to guide your writing. Pens and fine-line markers glide across the page, delivering crisp ink without any feathering or bleed-through. Colored pencils show up vividly, and graphite can be easily erased with light pressure.

Peter Pauper Press's Bookbound Journals are known for their serious craftsmanship, reproducing classic and beautiful covers inspired by the work of history's master book binders. The Obsidian Journal's cover is modeled after a French binding from the 17th century, a time when technical and artistic innovations made France a center of book arts in Europe. The cover's bold geometry and exquisite botanically-inspired motifs exemplify the refined style of that era, with the gold-tooled decoration featuring tiny dots instead of solid lines, a technique called pointillé that was used to create delicate effects. This modern journal faithfully re-creates this intricate look through its finely textured embossing on iridescent paper.

In addition to the Obsidian Journal, Peter Pauper Press offers a range of other beautifully crafted journals, including the Persian Grove Journal, Rubaiyat Journal, The Universe Journal, Autumn Grasses Journal, Inca Treasure Journal, and Celestial Journal. Each of these journals has received exceptional customer reviews, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars across thousands of reviews.

Since its founding in 1928, when Peter Beilenson began printing books in the basement of his parents' home in Larchmont, New York, Peter Pauper Press has remained a family-owned and operated business, dedicated to creating fine books that are accessible to all. Today, the company continues to honor the legacy and values of its founders, delivering a unique blend of beauty, quality, and exceptional value to its customers.

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