Impressions of Nature: A History of Nature Printing[ IMPRESSIONS OF NATURE: A HISTORY OF NATURE PRINTING ] by Cave, Roderick (Author) Jul-20-10[ Hardcover ]

by Roderick Cave

Nature printing uses the surfaces of natural objects to make prints. This beautifully presented study traces its history from early leaf impressions to its use for scientific recording in the 17th and 18th centuries and from the new printing processes of the 19th century to Japanese gyotaku fish prints today. The book contains reproductions of over 200 examples - including leaves and flowers, bats, butterflies and lace - illustrating the beauty and versatility of this long-standing art form.

Genres: Art

304 pages, Hardcover

First published July 20, 2010