Photogravure by Henry R. Blaney
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About this eBook
| Author | Blaney, Henry R., 1855-1913 |
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| Editor | Adams, W. I. Lincoln (Washington Irving Lincoln), 1865-1946 |
| LoC No. | 09006814 |
| Title | Photogravure |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Photogravure" by Henry R. Blaney is a detailed scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a comprehensive guide to the photogravure process, detailing the technical aspects and practical instructions necessary for both amateurs and professionals involved in photography and printmaking. It likely covers various processes involved in creating photogravures, an art that merges photography with printmaking to produce high-quality images. At the start of the work, the introduction outlines the historical context and evolution of photogravure, referencing early techniques and notable figures in the field. It explains the significance of key components such as negatives, transparencies, and the use of copper plates in the process. The initial chapters delve into the requirements for producing quality negatives, including methods for reversal and preparation, before transitioning into the more intricate steps of preparing and using sensitized carbon tissue to create printed images. The mingling of technical descriptions and historical notes sets the stage for a thorough exploration of the craft of photogravure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TR: Technology: Photography |
| Subject | Photogravure |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36446 |
| Release Date | Jun 17, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 167 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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