A technical dictionary of printmaking, André Béguin. Back to Main Page of the "Printmaking dictionary" Algraphy A lithographic process using an aluminium plate. The term algraphy can be compared to zincography* which is, however, somewhat different. The two processes may, however, both be called metallographic processes as opposed to lithographic work done on stone. [ *printing (techniques), lithography, metals]. Back to Main Page of the "Printmaking dictionary"