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product_id: 75870047
title: "Large Sketchbook Black | Large 5\" x 8.25\" 104-page sketchbook with 165 gsm paper for drawing, illustration, and dry media."
price: "R1384"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/75870047-large-sketchbook-black-large-5-x-8-25-104-page
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 165 gsm premium acid-free paper 5" x 8.25" portable size 104 durable thread-bound pages Large Sketchbook Black | Large 5" x 8.25" 104-page sketchbook with 165 gsm paper for drawing, illustration, and dry media.

**Price:** R1384
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your sketches with the iconic Moleskine – where creativity meets craftsmanship!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Large Sketchbook Black | Large 5" x 8.25" 104-page sketchbook with 165 gsm paper for drawing, illustration, and dry media.
- **How much does it cost?** R1384 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/75870047-large-sketchbook-black-large-5-x-8-25-104-page)

## Best For

- Customers looking for quality international products

## Why This Product

- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Heritage:** Crafted in Italy with Moleskine’s iconic thread-bound binding for unmatched durability and style.
- • **Durable & Stylish:** Hardcover with elastic closure and rounded corners protects your art with timeless elegance.
- • **Organized & Ready:** Expandable inner pocket and bookmark ribbon keep your ideas and references neatly at hand.
- • **On-the-Go Creativity:** Compact large size fits perfectly in your bag for spontaneous inspiration anywhere.
- • **Premium Paper Quality:** 165 gsm acid-free, FSC certified paper ensures your sketches stay vibrant and archival-safe.

## Overview

The Moleskine Large Sketchbook Black is a premium 5" x 8.25" sketchbook featuring 104 acid-free, 165 gsm heavyweight pages ideal for drawing and dry media. Designed with a durable hardcover, elastic closure, bookmark ribbon, and expandable inner pocket, it offers a perfect blend of portability, protection, and organization. Made in Italy with FSC certified paper and thread-bound binding, it’s the trusted choice for professionals and creatives who demand quality and style.

## Description

The Moleskine Art Plus Large Sketchbook is made with top quality heavy paper and is perfect for on the go drawings, sketches and tempera colors. Every Moleskine product is thread bound and has a cardboard cover with rounded corners, acid free paper, a bookmark, an elastic closure and an expandable inner pocket that contains the Moleskine history. Specifications: - Layout: Plain Paper- Dimensions: 5" x 8-1/4"- Hard Cover with elastic closure and bookmark ribbon.- Color: Black- Pages: 104- Internal Accordion Pocket- Paper Weight: 165 gsm/111 lb.; FSC Certified Paper; Acid-Free (pH Neutral)

Review: Premium - Premium Sketch Book
Review: 😍 - Perfect for sketching

## Features

- Included Components: Sketch book
- It is non toxic
- Material: Paper
- Material: Wood
- This product is made of high quality material which leads to high durability

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | 8883701151 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #32,526 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #1,678 in Diaries |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Generic Name | Books |
| Importer | Bookswagon, 2/13 Ansari Road, Daryaganj, New Delhi 110002, Sales@bookswagon.com , 01140159253 |
| Included Components | Moleskine Art Sketchbook, Hard Cover, Large (5" x 8.25") Plain/Blank, Black, 104 Pages |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13.3 x 1.9 x 21 Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 345 g |
| Item model number | S01151 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Moleskine |
| Net Quantity | 1 Count |
| Packer | Bookswagon, 2/13 Ansari Road, Daryaganj, New Delhi 110002, Sales@bookswagon.com , 01140159253 |
| Product Dimensions | 13.34 x 1.91 x 20.96 cm; 344.73 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Moleskine
- **Colour:** Black
- **Material:** Cardboard
- **Sheet Size:** 5x8.25 inches
- **Paper Finish:** Uncoated

## Images

![Large Sketchbook Black | Large 5" x 8.25" 104-page sketchbook with 165 gsm paper for drawing, illustration, and dry media. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ImyTM9LsL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this suitable for pencil or watercolor, or both ?**
A: Yes

**Q: Is the paper acid free?**
A: Yeah.

**Q: Is this suitable for pencil or watercolor, or both ?**
A: I would say don’t by it if you want to do watercolour.. may be go for the moleskin watercolour art journal.. it’s good for pencil and ink though

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Premium
*by S***E on 31 March 2025*

Premium Sketch Book

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 😍
*by R***N on 28 June 2023*

Perfect for sketching

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The BEST sketchbook
*by S***A on 5 December 2024*

The sketchbook is a dream and you can use mixed media on this very easily. Whether it's watercolor,gouache or acrylic. Haven't tried oil paints... The page quality is epic. No pilling,no ghosting,no warping. It's the best

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-07-28*