15th Century: Northern Europe and the Iberian Peninsula II

Question 3 • CARE_24_25_TX-Art I B

Which of the following best describes the steps in the intaglio process?

Answer

Ink is applied to a surface, the surface is put through a press, and then the surface is stamped onto paper.

Lines are transferred to surface using tracing paper, the plate is sealed with sealant, and paper is pressed over the plate to transfer the image.

A plate is treated with sealant, lines are cut, and ink is pushed through.

Lines are carved into a surface, ink is applied to the carvings, and then the surface is put through a press with paper.

Explanation

In intaglio printing, lines or grooves are carved or etched below the surface of a plate. Ink is worked into those grooves, and the plate is pressed against paper so the ink transfers to it. Choice D describes these steps; the other choices do not correctly describe how the carved grooves hold and transfer ink.

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