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Record 1 1998-03-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Platemaking (Printing)
  • Photoengraving
DEF

In platemaking, a technique whereby the action of the acid in etching plates is conducted in several stages instead of in one bite. The darker tones of the plate are painted with an acid-resisting ink so that the dots forming the middle tones and highlights can be further etched as required.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Clicherie (Imprimerie)
  • Photogravure
DEF

Application d'une couche protectrice sur les parties suffisamment mordues d'une simili afin de les protéger lors de la remorsure.

Spanish

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