
eBook - ePub
Wood-Block Printing
A Description of the Craft of Woodcutting and Colour Printing Based on the Japanese Practice
- 168 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub
Wood-Block Printing
A Description of the Craft of Woodcutting and Colour Printing Based on the Japanese Practice
About this book
Unveiling the artistry and techniques behind traditional Japanese wood-block printing, this volume provides a deep appreciation for the timeless beauty of the craft.
Featuring drawings and illustrations by A. W. Seaby and the author, Frank Morley Fletcher, this book lists the tools and materials required for the practice, while detailing the traditional method of the craft. With step-by-step demonstrations and clear diagrams, this guide is an essential resource for those interested in the ancient art of wood-block printing.
The chapters of this volume include:
- General Description of the Operation of Printing from a Set of Blocks
- Description of the Materials and Tools Required for Block-Cutting
- Block-Cutting and the Planning of Blocks
- Preparation of Paper, Ink, Colour, and Paste for Printing
- Detailed Method of Printing
- Principles and Main Considerations on Designing Wood-Block Prints
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Yes, you can access Wood-Block Printing by F. Fletcher,Frank Morley Fletcher,A. W. Seaby in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Art & Art Techniques. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.
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Table of contents
- WOOD ENGRAVING
- EDITOR’S PREFACE
- AUTHOR’S NOTE
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV
- CHAPTER V
- CHAPTER VI
- CHAPTER VII
- CHAPTER VIII
- APPENDIX
- COLLOTONE PLATES
- BOOKS OF REFERENCE