drypoints
/ˈdraɪpɔɪnts/
noun
- A printmaking technique where a design is scratched directly into a metal plate with a sharp needle, creating soft, velvety lines.
- The museum's collection includes several drypoints from the 19th century.
- The artist used drypoints to create the fine details in the portrait.
- She prefers drypoints over etching because of the rich, dark lines.
- A print made using the drypoint technique.
- The gallery displayed a series of drypoints showing coastal scenes.
- Each drypoint in the set was numbered and signed by the artist.
- He bought a signed drypoint of a cityscape at the art fair.