Question

Arrange the process of printmaking -- Intaglio in chronological sequence. A. Scratching the surface B. Wiping the plate C. Inking the plate D. Proofing the print E. Paper moisture and handling Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A, C, B, E, D
• B. B, E, A, D, C
• C. C, A, B, D, E
• D. D, B, C, A, E

Hint:

Remember the sequence of Intaglio Printmaking: \[ \boxed{ \begin{aligned} \text{Scratch} &\rightarrow \text{Create Image}, \text{Ink} &\rightarrow \text{Fill Grooves}, \text{Wipe} &\rightarrow \text{Clean Surface}, \text{Dampen Paper} &\rightarrow \text{Prepare Printing}, \text{Proof} &\rightarrow \text{Final Print}. \end{aligned} } \] Mnemonic: “Scratch $\rightarrow$ Ink $\rightarrow$ Wipe $\rightarrow$ Wet Paper $\rightarrow$ Proof.”

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: In Intaglio Printmaking, the image is first created on the metal plate, followed by inking, wiping, preparing damp paper, and finally taking a proof print.

Step 1: Prepare the image. The design is engraved or scratched onto the metal plate. \[ \boxed{\text{Scratching the surface}} \]

Step 2: Ink the plate. Ink is worked into the engraved grooves. \[ \boxed{\text{Inking the plate}} \]

Step 3: Remove excess ink. The plate surface is wiped clean, leaving ink only in the recessed lines. \[ \boxed{\text{Wiping the plate}} \]

Step 4: Prepare the paper. The printing paper is dampened to improve ink transfer. \[ \boxed{\text{Paper moisture and handling}} \]

Step 5: Take the proof. The plate and paper are passed through the press to obtain the proof print. \[ \boxed{\text{Proofing the print}} \] Thus, the correct sequence is \[ \boxed{A,\ C,\ B,\ E,\ D} \] Hence, \[ \boxed{\text{(A)}} \]