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A History of Wood-Engraving
Hardcover
Art HistoryIllustrationPrintmaking
ISBN13: 9781025715766
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 290
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A History of Wood-Engraving provides a comprehensive and scholarly exploration of one of the most significant mediums in the history of art and printing. Written by the artist and historian Douglas Percy Bliss, this work traces the technical and aesthetic evolution of the woodcut and wood-engraving from their early origins in medieval Europe and Asia through to the modern era. The narrative examines how this versatile craft transformed from a functional method of mass communication into a sophisticated form of fine art expression.
The text delves into the mastery of iconic figures such as Albrecht DÃ1/4rer and Hans Holbein, while also detailing the pivotal 18th-century revival led by Thomas Bewick, whose innovations redefined the possibilities of the medium. Bliss offers critical insights into the relationship between the engraver, the block, and the printed page, highlighting the medium's essential role in the history of book illustration. This volume serves as an indispensable resource for art historians, collectors, and practitioners of the graphic arts, offering a deep appreciation for the craftsmanship and enduring legacy of the relief print. Through its detailed analysis of various schools and styles, the work remains a definitive study of the wood-engraver's art.
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