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Your cart is empty.The width of the roll is 87 inches (220 cm). 1 piece of canvas - length 50 inches (127 cm). You can select several pieces. In this case, a roll will be sent in length depending on the number of pieces selected. Material - 100% flax. Linen is strong and durable, and remains the preferred surface for many artists. It is made from the fibres of the flax plant and top quality flax is harvested in Belarus. If you want your painting to last then a linen canvas is a sound investment. The threads that make up linen, known as the warp and weft threads, weigh the same, which means they are less prone to expansion or contraction due to moisture. Linen retains its natural oils, which helps to preserve the fibre’s flexibility and stops the canvas from going brittle. It is also regarded as having a more ‘natural’ weaved finish than cotton. Because of its strength linen holds up to a heavy painting hand and does not become slack as easily as cotton canvas. Linen Canvas, grown from the flax produced in Belarus, is still considered to be the superior choice for Artists who want to work on a specific textured cloth. Belarussian Linen canvas is distinguished by its unique natural colour and irregular character of weave, which is the result of the round shape of the linen fibres – this texture permeates through the layers of paint, imparting a sense of depth to the work. Individual linen fibres are considerably longer and springier than cotton’s; the material is therefore somewhat more durable and has a livelier feel when stretched. Given their reputation and popularity among Artists, Belarussian Linens are highly-valued. Working with Linen brings the pleasure of painting on a cloth that can be specifically suited to the artist’s style and preference and carries the nostalgia of using a material trusted by the Old Masters.
Darryl.
2025-08-09 11:49:41
Actually I couldn't use it for what I bought it for I do pastel portraits and I do it on white linen about the thickness of a sheet and this was pretty thick stuff and I couldn't use it for that but I will use it for some painting and it looks like it would be great for that
Virginia
2025-07-28 12:41:36
You absolutely need to gesso this. I stretched mine extremely tight and did 2 generous coats of Windsor and Newton clear gesso. I cannot imagine painting on this unprimed. Yes, it is not 100 percent opaque and does have a slight open weave. But that’s what makes it look great! You can tell it’s real linen.My linen paintings have been my most popular by far! Thanks to this product!
Grace
2025-05-24 12:03:18
The Order has already arrived. Great quality. Thanks!
Mrs.Sisu
2025-05-13 17:12:12
I read the reviews about the more open weave and ordered anyway, hoping for the best. Having photos would have helped, so I’m sharing these photos so you can make a more informed decision. This is woven almost as open as burlap. There is no linen stamp on the edge to prove it’s actually linen. Im afraid the gesso would fall out the large holes. I do appreciate the natural color, that’s the best I can say about this product. I’m going to give it a go, and if it does end up being a successful canvas, I’ll update my review.
Customer
2025-04-23 11:44:41
On the eighth day god created linen canvas.No seam blemish, perfect thickness. ( best sized with rabbit skin glue sizing.
Joanna D.
2025-01-27 15:08:06
Very nice natural product, medium weight, great for medium paintings~ 30x30.
Customer
2025-01-15 20:57:43
Not what I consider artist quality linen for oil painting. Sorry, I must return this.
G. Allen
2025-01-01 12:06:03
One customer compared the linen to cheesecloth which is an exaggeration, but the linen is very porous. The sizing will go right through this fabric. I used an acrylic primer and it goes through easily to the back side which is not great, but I was able to paint on it and get a feel for what working on linen is like. I remember being surprised when I saw a Paul Gauguin painting on burlap so it is possible to create a painting on some pretty porous fibres. It isn't easy to prime or stain this linen and thick paint will squeeze through to the back side, but If you don't mind a porous surface then this might work for you.
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