intaglio

Meanings

• Noun

  A printing process in which the image to be printed is incised into the surface of a plate, usually a metal or etching plate, in intaglio (in relief).

  - "The artist used the intaglio printing technique to create intricate details in her etchings."
  - "Intaglio is a popular method for creating detailed and expressive prints."

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Antonyms

relief printing

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Variants

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intaglio , intaglios

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Etymology

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From Italian intagliare, 'to incise' or 'to engrave'.

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Trivia

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1. Intaglio printing was popular during the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

2. Intaglio prints are often more valuable than other types of prints due to the intricacy and detail involved in their creation.

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Related Concepts

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1. Etching: A form of intaglio printmaking that involves drawing with a sharp point on a metal plate, which is then inked and wiped before being pressed onto paper.

2. Engraving: A form of intaglio printmaking that involves incising lines into a metal plate using a burin or other engraving tool, which is then inked and wiped before being pressed onto paper.

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Culture

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Intaglio has been used in various art forms such as printmaking, particularly etching and engraving. It is known for its ability to create fine lines and textures, making it a popular choice for artists seeking to convey intricate detail and expressive emotion.

How to Memorize "intaglio"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of intaglio printing: the artist incises lines into a plate, inks it, wipes it, and then presses it onto paper to transfer the image.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word intaglio with intricate details, fine lines, and expressive art.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic: 'Intaglio Intricately Incises Ink Into Linen' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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