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Acid-free
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The term used to describe specially manufactured materials that do not contain acids that cause deterioration. |
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Antique Print |
A general term to denote age of a print. A collector usually considers those prints from the nineteenth century and prior as "Old Prints, "Rare Prints," or simply Antique Prints. |
Aquatint
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The process by which a powdered substance (such as rosin) is adhered to a metal plate, and the plate is then etched in an acid-bath. The resulting print (aquatint) is characterized by a transparent, soft effect, resembling a watercolor. |
Archival
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The term used to describe materials which may be stored in an archive; in the graphics arts, archival refers to the relative permanence of a material and its ability to remain stable over time. |
Art
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Generally, creative work, or the principles by which things of form and beauty are made. The term Fine Arts as applied to the graphics arts includes drawing, printing (by other than photomechanical means), and painting, such as watercolor. |
Artist
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The creator of an original image. |
Artist Copy
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See Artist's Proof. |
Artist's Proof |
Often abbreviated A/P, additional "proofs" not included in the regular edition, pulled for the artist's approval and personal use. These proofs are of the same quality as the regular edition, and may be retained by the artist or sold. (See also Épreuve d'Artiste) |
Attribution |
The assigning or crediting of a work of art, usually unsigned, to a particular artist. |
Authenticity |
See Certificate. |
Black and White |
The term used to describe photographs not in color; also describes printing done with black ink on white paper. |
Blind Stamp |
A small embossed seal printed on or impressed into the print as a distinguishing mark. (see also Chop Mark) |
Block |
A material into which a relief design is cut or etched, usually wood or linoleum. |
Bon à Tirer |
Literally, "good to pull" or "good to print," the term used to describe the print for comparison with subsequent prints for quality, as well as proof of the artist's permission to print the edition. |
Bookplate |
A print which has been "tipped" (attached at the corners) into a book. |
Brass Rubbing |
An image created by placing a material, usually paper, over a raised surface (in this case, brass) and rubbing this material with a greasy crayon designed for this purpose. |
Buffering |
The term used to describe the addition of an alkaline substance to a material to raise its pH. (see pH) |
Burin |
Also know as a graver, a sharp-pointed instrument used for engraving, etching, and drypoint. |
Burr |
The metal which is raised above the surface of a metal plate when it is incised. It is particularly evident in drypoint, where the burr enhances the effect created by the incised line. |
Buyer's Premium |
The commission charged to the buyer by the auction house. |
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