Plumbotype

Meaning of the word

The word “plumbotype” refers to a printing technique that uses a material recorded metal to transfer the image to the paper.

Origin of the word

The word “plumbotype” originates from the Greek “plumbo” (lead) and “typos”, indicating the use of lead in the print technique.

Word adverbs

– Plumbotypically

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although
– Therefore

Synonyms of the word

– woodcut
– Lithography
– Serigraphy
– Metal engraving

Word Definitions

– Print technique that uses a material recorded metal to transfer the image to the paper.
– Printing process that uses a lead matrix to reproduce paper images.

Phrases that the word applies

– Plumbotype is a very used print technique in the nineteenth century.
– The artist used Plumbotype to create a series of engravings.
– Plumbotype allows a faithful reproduction of the images.

Examples of the word in text

Plumbotype is an impression technique that emerged in the nineteenth century and was widely used in the production of illustrated books. In this process, a metal plate is embossed with the desired image. Then the sheet is enteded and pressured against the paper, transferring the image accurately. Plumbotype allows a faithful reproduction of the images, with preserved details and textures. Currently, this technique is less used due to the advance of digital technology, but is still appreciated by artists and collectors.

Rhymes with the word

– Typography
– Photography
– Biography
– Geography
– Cartography

Anagrams with the word

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