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What is a printing block called?

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What is a printing block called?
A printing block is sometimes called a printmaking block, a wood block or a block. You can also refer to one simply as a printing block. Artists carve printmaking blocks with designs, apply ink and then press them against a surface to produce artwork. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of block prints from some of the world's top galleries.
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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Printing Blocks
Located in South Salem, NY
A set of thirteen printing block fragments from the mid 20th century. One larger block and a
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Vintage 1960s Indian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Wood

Printing Blocks
$350 / set
Printing Block Lamp
Located in East Hampton, NY
Printing block table lamp....
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Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Printing Block Table Lamp
Located in East Hampton, NY
Printing Block table lamp with brass accents....
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Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Printing Blocks
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Industrial cast iron printing blocks. Quantities available in various sizes ranging from 3
Category

20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

Printing Block Letter Press Collage Art
Located in San Francisco, CA
Folk Art printing press or letter block collage art. Interesting assortment of vintage printing
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Vintage 1970s American Folk Art Decorative Art

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Brass

Indian Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Printing Block
By Rajhastani
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Indian wooden printing block mounted as Art. Wood block print used to hand print textile
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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