Friday, 19 April 2024, 8:26 AM
Site: International Fine Art Academy
Course: International Fine Art Academy (International Fine Art Academy)
Glossary: Fine Art Glossary
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Salt PrintThe earliest form of photographic positive paper, salt prints were the most common print type until the invention of the albumen. Developed in 1840 by William Fox Talbot, they were created by soaking a sheet of paper in a salt solution and coating it with silver nitrate. This created a light sensitive paper which typically produced sepia prints with a matte surface.
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SizeAn item's height, width and depth noted in either inches or centimeters.
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SkinningExcessive cleaning. Occurs when a piece has experienced exorbitant intervention from a restorer or conservationist, removing a portion of the original media. |
StainingOccurs when foreign materials react with the surface of an item and create discoloration or spotting.
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Sumi-eLiterally meaning “ink painting,” Sumi-e paintings are monochromatic and typically associated with the practice of Zen Buddhism. This elegant form of painting was developed in China during the Song Dynasty (960-1279). |
Surface AbrasionsVisible result of wearing, grinding, scratching, or tearing of a surface due to friction. |
Surface SoilingAccumulation of dirt, or other materials, upon the face of an item, including fingerprints. |