Woodblock

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Woodblock print
MFA# 21.6765

Description

A single piece of wood. Woodblocks were carved into sculptures and engraved to produce printing plates and movable printing type.

Synonyms and Related Terms

wood block; wood-block; woodcut

Additional Images

  • Woodblock
    MFA# 36.624

  • Woodblock print
    MFA# 50.2879

  • Lining paper

  • Single woodblock figure
    MFA# 09.72

Resources and Citations

  • Luis Nadeau, Encyclopedia of Printing, Photographic, and Photomechanical Processes, Atelier, New Brunswick, 1997

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