A technical dictionary of printmaking, André Béguin.
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Embossing
Generally speaking embossing is a kind of impression on paper, cloth, leather, cardboard, etc. which results in a strong relief. Embossing is often done using hot irons, the parts that are crushed resulting in hollows. This technique is often used for decorative purposes. In printmaking it is an impression taken from the plate without any ink. A deep relief structure is easily obtained with photopolymer plates and so they print beautifully as embossings.
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