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Record 1 2022-09-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Printing Processes - Various
  • Textile Industries
  • Applied Arts
CONT

Block printing is the relief process of printing onto fabric or paper using a hand-cut block, made of wood or linoleum. After the block has been carved, ink is applied, and then it is printed. Hence, the name block printing.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Procédés d'impression divers
  • Industries du textile
  • Arts appliqués

Spanish

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