Brayette

/breɪˈɛt/ noun

Definition

A small printing roller or tool used in detailed printmaking work.

Etymology

From 'brayer' + '-ette' (French diminutive suffix meaning small). Used in fine art printing for delicate work.

Kelly Says

A brayette is basically a tiny brayer — printmakers use it for detail work the same way painters use fine brushes instead of big ones!

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