Chromotypographic

/ˌkroʊməˌtaɪpəˈɡræfɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to chromotypography; involving color printing or color reproduction through typographic or lithographic processes.

Etymology

Combining chromotype with 'graphic' (from Greek 'graphia,' writing or printing). Describes color printing and reproduction techniques.

Kelly Says

Chromotypographic printing gave the world colorful books, posters, and advertisements before full-color offset printing—it's why you see such beautiful ornate Victorian book covers and Art Nouveau posters from that era!

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