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Practical instruction in the art of wood engraving : for persons wishing to learn the art without an instructor : containing a description of tools and apparatus used, and explaining the manner of engraving various classes of work : also, a history of the art, from its origin to the present time (1876)

Emerson, William A. (William Andrew), 1851- · East Douglas [Mass.] : C.J. Batcheller · leaf 42

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ace of the block, is laid upon the engraving, a thin card laid upon that, and then burnished over with a paper-folder until a good impression of the cut is taken. The engraver’s prints should be superior to those taken by a pressman. Light and delicate portions of an engraving should be rubbed very… … Figure Finished. Figure Outlined. After engraving the diagrams each in their order, a careful drawing may be made of the outline subject, Fig.40.

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