ETCHING | Tetra
TITLE : Tetra (Beetle)
METHOD: Copper Etching with Aquatint & Chine Colle
EDITION SIZE : 10
ART (PLATE SIZE): 10 x 7 cm
PAPER: Hahnemuhle Etching, Natural. 5.5 x7.5 ” CHINE COLLE PAPER: Awagami Okawara Select (warm natural colour & subtle surface texture)
INK: Strong & Soft Black Etching Ink.
MOUNT: Size: 6” x 8” (Aperture 3.5 x 5”) Larson Juhl 1.4mm mount & backing board in vanilla, with white core (Presented in a protective cellophane bag)
£55
The piece features a stylised beetles in our signature drawing style (a mix of geometry & organic lines, with fine lines and micro dots)
This insect plate features a beetle with a tooth-nosed snout & a tetrahedron.
This print is part of my Insect - Platonic solids Etching Collection.
The Tetrahedron is also known as a triangular pyramid.
The Tetrahedron represents the element of Fire and is linked to the Solar Plexus; the centre for personal power and acceptance. It creates the natural balance between the physical and spiritual. Each side sits flat, no matter how it is turned, making it the perfect symbol for balance and stability. It is also linked to creating change.
Each etching is signed & numbered on the front by the artist, in pencil
This piece is printed using a copper etching plate.
Chine-collé is a special printmaking technique in which paper of a different colour is adhered to the overall piece, by pressure with an intaglio press.
Intaglio etching is a labour intensive printmaking technique that involves incising the lines & dots onto a copper plate, with a sharp point. It is then etched in Ferric Chloride, which bites the design into the copper plate. This was repeated 3 times on this plate. Along with 3 aquatint sprays (which create a tooth within the lines)
The plate is then inked with etching ink. The ink sits in the grooves, whilst the surface ink is wiped off.
The ink is then drawn from the incised lines, onto dampened paper, using an etching press.
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Each print takes a long time to produce.
These highly detailed, intricate plates ensure each print is unique, making every piece a true one-of-a-kind etching.
I print in small editions, keeping the work precious and limited.
Please Note - Each print may vary slightly , as they are individually printed by hand.
- I generally have a proportion of the edition already printed.Please be aware that the pieces may be printed to order. It may take up to two weeks to fulfil your order (accounting for the drying time)If you have any particular deadlines, it may be better to get in touch to check lead-times. Please email Dionne@puncturedartefact.com.Items are posted from the UK. The etching may be sent in a self folding box. It may also contain up-cycled packaging. UK, Europe & International charges apply.
I hope that you love your inky art! If you are are unhappy, I will aim to do what I can to make it right. Please email me at Dionne@puncturedartefact.com & I will be happy to assist.
If you would like to return something, I have a 7 day return policy (from receipt of the art) The art must be in its original protective cellophane bag. And show no signs of opening or wear.
A return address will be provided, upon enquiry.- Contact Email | Dionne@PuncturedArtefact.com| Thank you for looking at our art | Thank you for purchasing from an independent artist |Inky LoveDionneX
PRESENTATION: This piece does not include the frame. It does include a mount. If you would like a frame. Please send an email to Dionne@puncturedartefact.com. The mount will be a warmer cream, than the one in the photograph.