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Moleskine Art Plus Sketchbook Large Plain Black Hard Cover 5 Inches By 8.25 Inches

Why you'll like it

  • Enhanced Durability — Hard cover construction with rounded corners protects your artwork and withstands daily travel
  • Optimal Paper Quality — Heavyweight 165 gsm acid-free paper prevents ink bleed and preserves drawings over time
  • Seamless Layout — Thread-bound binding allows the book to open flat at 180 degrees for unobstructed two-page spreads
  • Convenient Storage — Features an expandable inner accordion pocket for loose notes, receipts, and reference clippings

Product details

Description

Unleash your creative potential with the Moleskine Art Plus Large Sketchbook, designed specifically for artists, designers, and creative professionals on the move. Crafted with heavy-duty 165 gsm acid-free paper, this sketchbook provides a reliable surface for drawings, illustrations, and dry media applications.

The thread-bound hard cover opens completely flat at 180 degrees, allowing seamless sketching across both pages without obstruction. Finished with iconic Moleskine details including rounded corners, a matching bookmark ribbon, an elastic closure, and an expandable inner accordion pocket, this notebook blends premium aesthetic design with everyday durability.

Perfect for carrying in a bag or backpack, it serves as a dependable companion for capturing spontaneous ideas and detailed masterpieces wherever inspiration strikes.

How to use

  1. Open the sketchbook to any blank page and use dry media such as graphite pencils, charcoal, colored pencils, or ink pens for drawing and illustration.
  2. Use the elastic closure to keep pages secure when traveling and store loose references in the expandable inner pocket.

Ingredients

100 percent FSC Certified wood-free paper, acid-free neutral pH paper stock, cardboard hardcover, elastic band closure, ribbon bookmark, thread binding.

As printed by the brand. Check the pack label if you have an allergy.

Specifications

BrandMoleskine
Ships fromUSA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai
Sold byDropy.in

Ratings & reviews

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  • Rahul N.
    5 ★

    daily routine me use kar raha hu

    Office jaane se pehle subah café me baith ke quick rough sketches nikalne ke liye roz carry karta hu bag me. Rounded corners ki wajah se corner bend nahi hote.

  • Neha S.
    5 ★

    buying again

    This is my third time purchasing this exact sketchbook because the thick paper handles my graphite pencils without tearing when I erase too much.

  • Siddharth D.
    5 ★

    ekdam mast surprise

    Low expectations hotya mala watla normal diary asel pan acid-free paper quality ekdum heavy ahe. Charcoal work sathi ekdum bhari.

  • Amitabh S.
    5 ★

    good product despite shipping delay

    The delivery took an extra day which was annoying, but the notebook itself is great. The thread-bound hard cover feels very durable in my backpack.

Moleskine Art Plus Sketchbook Large Plain Black Hard Cover 5 Inches By 8.25 Inches6 customer reviews
4.8

FAQs

Is Moleskine a good sketchbook?

Yes, Moleskine sketchbooks are widely praised by artists and professionals for their premium paper weight, durable binding, and convenient portable design. They offer a reliable, acid-free surface that handles dry media exceptionally well.

Is Moleskine Large the same size as A5?

The Moleskine Large size measures 5 inches by 8.25 inches, which is slightly narrower and taller than a standard A5 paper size of 5.8 inches by 8.3 inches. It is uniquely tailored for comfortable handholding and pocket transport.

What paper weight does this sketchbook use?

This sketchbook features heavyweight 165 gsm or 111 lb acid-free paper, which provides a sturdy, textured canvas ideal for sketching, drawing, and light ink work without warping.

Are these Moleskine sketchbooks authentic USA imports available in India?

Yes, Dropy sources 100 percent authentic USA-imported Moleskine sketchbooks directly to ensure Indian customers receive genuine retail products with verified quality.

Does the sketchbook open completely flat?

Yes, the thread-bound construction allows the notebook to open at 180 degrees, providing a flat working surface that makes sketching across the center crease effortless.

How long will delivery take?

Most orders arrive in 15–20 days: we source each product directly from the USA, check it at our Navi Mumbai warehouse and pack it on video. Items marked Dropy Express ship from our India warehouse and arrive in 3–5 days.

Is cash on delivery available?

Full cash on delivery is available all over India on Dropy Express items. For other orders from ₹2,499 to ₹15,000 you can use Partial COD: pay 25% online now and the rest in cash on delivery.

Are your products genuine?

Yes. Every product is 100% authentic, sourced directly from the USA, quality-checked and packed on video at our Navi Mumbai warehouse.

What if my order arrives damaged or wrong?

Write to us at [email protected] as soon as it arrives. Damaged, wrong or not as described, our Buyer Protection gives you a full refund. The details are in our Return, Refund & Cancellation Policy.

Is delivery free?

Delivery is free on orders from ₹1,499. Below that a ₹79 delivery fee applies.