Publication

2015-08-09 - National Galleries Of Scotland

Language

English

Word Count

24,000 words, Guess

Page Count

96 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

  • ISBN-139781906270759
  • ISBN-101906270759
  • OCLC Control Number910700554
  • Better World Books9781906270759
  • Open LibraryOL27507339M

Classifications

  • LCCNE430 .B76 2015
  • LCCNE850

Description

The print collections of the National Galleries of Scotland reveal a diverse and dazzling variety of different techniques and approaches to printmaking. From exquisite copperplate engravings by the old masters to woodblocks cut on kitchen tables, this book examines key works by artists from Durer to Warhol and beyond, giving readers an introduction to printmaking as an art form and an understanding of the different working methods and materials. Through technical summaries and featured examples, 'The printmaker's art' draws on the print and archive collections to illustrate and explain the mysteries of printmaking.

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