intaglio

• Substantiv, das eine Drucktechnik bezeichnet, bei der die Farbe aus vertieften Stellen einer geätzten oder gravierten Platte übertragen wird, oder eine Form der Glyptik mit vertiefter Gravur in Stein oder Edelstein.

A noun referring to a printing technique where ink is transferred from recessed areas of an etched or engraved plate, or to a form of glyptic art featuring a sunken carving on a stone or gem.

1. Printing processC1formalart

   A printing technique where an image is incised into a surface, and the incised line or sunken area holds the ink.

   Tiefdruck

   • The artist used intaglio to create detailed prints.
   • Intaglio printing is known for its rich, deep lines.
   • The museum displayed a collection of intaglio engravings.

   Synonymegravurephotogravurerotogravure

   Antonymeletterpressrelief

2. Engraved gem or stoneC1formalart

   A design carved into a gemstone or other hard material, creating a sunken relief.

   Intaglio

   • The ancient ring featured an intaglio of a lion.
   • Collectors value intaglio gems for their intricate detail.
   • The intaglio on the seal was used to stamp documents.

   Synonymediaglyph