frisket
Americannoun
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a mask of thin paper laid over an illustration to shield certain areas when using an airbrush.
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Printing. a mask of strong paper set in a rectangular frame attached to the tympan of certain presses and cut up so as to prevent accidental soiling or printing by furniture or the chase.
noun
Etymology
Origin of frisket
From the French word frisquette, dating back to 1675–85. See frisk, -et
Example Sentences
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In this workshop, offered monthly, participants will learn the frisket technique, using stencils and paint on clay tiles, in a happy hour atmosphere.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 18, 2015
Painting clay, artist Clay Hollenkamp teaches the art of clay tile painting using the frisket technique of stencils; all materials and refreshments provided.
From Washington Post
Attached to the upper end of the inner frame by hinges was a thin and narrow frame, called the "frisket," of the same length and width as the inner tympan frame.
From The Building of a Book A Series of Practical Articles Written by Experts in the Various Departments of Book Making and Distributing by Frederick H. Hitchcock
The frisket frame of the uppermost impression surface rested in a vertically inclined position against the high framework of the inking mechanism.
From The Building of a Book A Series of Practical Articles Written by Experts in the Various Departments of Book Making and Distributing by Frederick H. Hitchcock
When the sheets of paper had been placed upon the tympan frame, the frisket was folded down upon it, and the two were then turned down over the form of type.
From The Building of a Book A Series of Practical Articles Written by Experts in the Various Departments of Book Making and Distributing by Frederick H. Hitchcock
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