xylography

[zahy-log-ruh-fee]

noun

the art of engraving on wood, or of printing from such engravings.

Origin of xylography

From the French word xylographie, dating back to 1810–20. See xylo-, -graphy

Related formsxy·log·ra·pher, nounxy·lo·graph·ic

[zahy-luh-graf-ik] /ˌzaɪ ləˈgræf ɪk/, xy·lo·graph·i·cal, adjectivexy·lo·graph·i·cal·ly, adverb

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Historical Examples of xylography

Xylography was also practiced in China long before Europe knew the art.
From Xylographs to Lead Molds; A.D. 1440-A.D. 1921
H. C. Forster
Xylography is the art of engraving upon wood; etching, mezzotinto, aquatinta, are varieties of the art of engraving upon copper.
Mrs. Hale's Receipts for the Million
Sarah Josepha Hale
We have said that according to a generally received opinion we must look upon playing cards as the oldest remains of xylography.
Engraving: Its Origin, Processes, and History
Henri Delaborde

British Dictionary definitions for xylography

xylography

noun

the art, craft, or process of printing from wooden blocks

Derived Formsxylographer, nounxylographic (ˌzaɪləˈɡræfɪk) or xylographical, adjective

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