Chromoxylograph

/ˌkroʊmoʊˈzaɪləˌɡræf/ noun

Definition

A color woodcut print or engraving, or the process of creating colored images using wooden blocks or plates.

Etymology

From Greek 'chroma' (color), 'xylo' (wood), and 'graph' (writing/printing). Describes color printing using carved wooden blocks.

Kelly Says

Chromoxylographs connect two ancient arts—woodblock printing from Asia and color reproduction—creating some of the most beautiful printed images of the 19th century that rivaled paintings!

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