Woodcut (Noun)
Meaning 1
Engraving consisting of a block of wood with a design cut into it; used to make prints.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The art museum featured a special exhibit on Renaissance-era woodcuts, showcasing intricate designs and mythical creatures.
- Woodcut was a popular technique for mass-producing images during the Middle Ages, as it allowed artists to create multiple prints from a single block.
- The artist carefully carved a woodcut of a forest scene, carefully detailing each tree and animal.
- A woodcut print of Dürer's famous "Melencolia I" hung in the foyer of the student's dorm room, its haunting beauty inspiring contemplation.
- Before printing, the artist applied a thick layer of ink to the woodcut, ensuring that every detail would transfer to the paper.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A print made from a woodcut.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The artist's delicate woodcut of a forest scene was reproduced in a popular art book.
- A woodcut of a medieval cityscape hung above the fireplace in the old mansion.
- The museum displayed a rare 16th-century woodcut by the famous German artist.
- Her first woodcut print was of a simple yet striking design, a pattern of interconnected flowers.
- A richly detailed woodcut illustration appeared on the front cover of the fantasy novel.