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15th Century: Northern Europe and the Iberian Peninsula II

Question 7 • FL-0100310-Introduction to Art History

Which of the following describes how Martin Schongauer achieved darker lines in metal engravings?

Answer
A
He applied more ink to the engravings.
B
He engraved deeper lines into the metal.
C
He used different engraving tools for darker lines.

Explanation

Schongauer could make an engraved line print darker by cutting it deeper into the metal. A deeper groove holds more ink, which transfers to the paper during printing. So the best answer is “He engraved deeper lines into the metal.”

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