A bustling floral pattern inspired by an 18th century brocade print from Ausberg, Bavaria. 

Suitable for bookbinding, box making, picture framing, furniture decoration and the general paper crafts.

Print: A two process print; relief printed in metallic gold over a hand painted background.

Relief printing is where a printing block or plate has ink applied to its non-recessed surface which is brought into contact with paper. When pressure is applied, the non-recessed surface will leave ink on the paper, whereas the recessed areas will not.

Block: Brass

Shown in accompanying photographs

Size: 16¾ x 11¾ inches, 425 x 300 mm (approx)

Paper: VPCo Handmade Paper; 120gsm, 60% cotton 40% linen, acid-free, no grain direction.

Press: Early 1900s Gem Proof Press

Ink: Oil - metallic gold 

Background: Metallic gold drawing ink

Published: January 2023

Qty Available At Publication: 6

Made By: Will McCracken