Gravure, Maniere de faire mordre à l'eau-forte: pl. V
1775
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1775
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows tools and steps for making an engraving. There’s a tall frame holding paper, a tray with acid, and small prints of finished work. One picture even shows people in a garden scene. The lines are all drawn by hand, then cut into metal. The acid eats into the metal where lines aren’t covered—this creates the final print. It looks like a step-by-step guide for artists. Want to know more? Try looking up engraving.
