Bohemia Paper, Prague
This unobtrusive shop tucked in a corner of Kinsky Palace on the east side of Old Town Square is where Czech President Václav Klaus orders his personal stationery, invitations and greeting cards. When you walk in, you will immediately know why. Bohemia Paper embodies a long history of paper making, engraving and bookbinding in the Czech Republic, revived in 1991 by master printer Jan Petr Obr.
Drawing on an extensive library of historic engravings, antique maps, botanical drawings and art nouveau designs, Orb has produced a handsome line of stationery, announcement and greeting cards and other specialized paper products. Many of the cards are hand-colored, and the engraving, embossing and letterpress printing techniques are exquisite. You will find a richly detailed collection of cards, stationery and gift box sets on display. Or if you are feeling really extravagant, one of the accommodating staff will help you order personalized correspondence paper, business cards, invitations or announcements.
Located at Staroměstské náměstí 12, open Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 18:00; Saturday, Sunday: 11:00 - 18:00.
Drawing on an extensive library of historic engravings, antique maps, botanical drawings and art nouveau designs, Orb has produced a handsome line of stationery, announcement and greeting cards and other specialized paper products. Many of the cards are hand-colored, and the engraving, embossing and letterpress printing techniques are exquisite. You will find a richly detailed collection of cards, stationery and gift box sets on display. Or if you are feeling really extravagant, one of the accommodating staff will help you order personalized correspondence paper, business cards, invitations or announcements.
Located at Staroměstské náměstí 12, open Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 18:00; Saturday, Sunday: 11:00 - 18:00.
Image Courtesy of Frank Kuznik Jr.
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Sight Name: Bohemia Paper
Sight Location: Prague, Czech Republic (See walking tours in Prague)
Sight Type: Shopping
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