How is intaglio created?

How is intaglio created?

Intaglio printing is the opposite of relief printing, in that the printing is done from ink that is below the surface of the plate. The design is cut, scratched, or etched into the printing surface or plate, which can be copper, zinc, aluminum, magnesium, plastics, or even coated paper.

What is special about print paper for intaglio?

Paper used to print intaglio plates must not be subject to alterations or degradation. Because of this it must be made from a rich pulp containing a high percentage of rags. In fact the rag content guarantees resistance to the adverse effects of light, humidity, and dryness.

Are original prints Valuable?

Prints are often seen as mass-produced copies of famous artworks that are just not that valuable or worth investing in. But nothing can be further from the truth. Prints can be just as valuable as any other artwork and certain prints are known to reach seven or eight-figure prices at auctions.

How can you tell if a lithograph is valuable?

The value or price of a lithograph depends on the quality of the art work, the quality of the paper and how successfully the print was made. The reputation of the artist who produced the print sometimes has a bearing on the price and so does the reason the print was made.

Are Oleographs valuable?

The most valuable oleographs were those specially commissioned and if in their original frames, are still reasonably valuable. Today, oleographs have been forgotten, but they are interesting prints and give us a glimpse into the culture of the late nineteenth century.

How do I know if my painting is worth money?

1. A Notable Artist. Even though you love your kids, their first-grade drawing of the family isn’t worth anything at auction just yet.
2. The Condition of the Painting.
3. The Subject.
4. The Medium Used.
5. The Painting’s Frame.
6. The Size of the Painting.
7. The Colors Used.
8. Previous Owners.