photogravure
photogravure — noun
1. a method of producing printed images by first transferring a photograph onto a m
a method of producing printed images by first transferring a photograph onto a metal plate using light-sensitive chemicals, then applying ink so that the image is pressed onto paper. This technique is used mainly for fine art books and high-quality reproductions.
Ines showed a photogravure from a 1920s book, noting the fine detail in each picture.
The print workshop offered a two-day course on photogravure, covering plate preparation and inking techniques.
uncountable use: 'on photogravure' as a technique name
Owen studied the photogravure process carefully before trying to make his first plate.
A museum in Kyoto keeps old photogravure prints made from hand-etched copper plates.
Kemi found that photogravure produced richer black tones than any other printing method she had tried.
- gravure
shorter form of the same technique; more common in commercial printing contexts
- intaglio printing
broader category that includes photogravure alongside etching and engraving
- relief printing
printing from a raised surface (e.g., letterpress, woodcut) rather than from ink held in grooves
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Uncountable when referring to the technique in general ('He studied photogravure'). Countable when referring to a specific instance or product ('an early photogravure by Talbot'). Restricted to specialist contexts — not used in everyday conversation.