EXHIBIT 23.1





INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' CONSENT



We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement No.
333-85830 of International Paper Company on Form S-8 of our report dated June
24, 2003, appearing in this Annual Report on Form 11-K of International Paper
Company Salaried Savings Plan for the year ended December 31, 2002.


/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP

Memphis, Tennessee
June 26, 2003