British Printmakers, 1855-1955: A Century of Printmaking from the Etching Revival to St.Ives: A Century of Printmaking from the Etching Revival to St.Ives

This book explores British printmaking from the 19th century to the mid-20th century, focusing on techniques and artists, with over 400 illustrations.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 01 January 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This title, originally published in 2000, delves into the evolution of British printmaking, spanning from the mid-19th century's Etching Revival to the experimental work of the 1950s at Corsham and St. Ives. During this period, printmaking transitioned from a mere reproduction tool to a direct means of artistic expression. The book is organized into chapters, each dedicated to a specific printmaking technique or medium. These include wood engraving, etching, lithography from 1875 to the 1920s, the colour woodcut, the linocut, modern lithography, the poster-print, the monotype, and St. Ives. The emphasis lies in the development of printmaking techniques throughout the century, as new methods allowed artists to explore and express their ideas in unique ways. The book features biographies and reference material for over 400 principal artists, each accompanied by at least one illustration. This approach avoids the traditional categorization of artists into schools and trends, providing a comprehensive overview of British printmaking's artistic journey.

ISBN-13: 9781138713413