Calcographic

/ˌkælkəˈɡræfɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or produced by calcography; describing the technique or art of drawing or printing on stone or chalk surfaces.

Etymology

From 'calcography' + '-ic' (relating to). Used in art history to describe works and techniques from the 17th-18th centuries.

Kelly Says

Calcographic prints are highly valued by art collectors because the technique produces incredibly fine detail—and many old master prints were created using this chalk and stone method!

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