Chinese Printing Block
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Chinese Printing Blocks
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Cinnabar Lacquered Cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
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inset antique Chinese printing blocks.
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Chinese Wooden Block Printing Set, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese innovations in ink, block printing, and movable type fueled global advancements in printing
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Chinese innovations in ink, block printing, and movable type fueled global advancements in printing
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Set of 8 Antique Calligraphic Ink Blocks, Chinese, Cased, Printing, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique set of 8 calligraphic ink blocks. A Chinese, cased set of printing shapes
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H 0.79 in W 8.47 in D 11.23 in
Set of 8 Antique Calligraphic Ink Blocks, Chinese, Boxed, Printing, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is set of 8 antique calligraphic ink blocks. A Chinese, boxed set of printing shapes, dating
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H 0.79 in W 7.49 in D 9.85 in
Japanese Wood Block Prints "Four Seasons of Tokyo" Uchida Wood Block Printing Co
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Uchida Wood Block Printing Co., Ltd:
"Four Seasons of Tokyo", Kyoto, Uchida Wood Block Printing Co
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H 10.04 in W 13.78 in D 0.04 in
Chinese Handheld Ink Block, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Chinese innovations in ink, block printing and movable type fed the technological push toward
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Large Antique Calligraphic Ink Block, Chinese, Soot Ink, Victorian, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique calligraphic ink block. A Chinese, boxed soot ink printing stone, dating to
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Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Located in Atlanta, GA
). Constructed and hand-chiseled from hardwood, the printing blocks were finely carved on both sides in Chinese
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Set of Five Korean Wood Print Blocks Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Harmony and Abundance: Children Uniting for Prosperity in Mid-20th Century China
Located in Langweer, NL
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Cabinet / Hutch by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
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inset antique Chinese printing blocks with a row of Rosewood drawers underneath. The bottom cabinet is
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Chinese Printing Block For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Chinese printing block for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and pearwood, every Chinese printing block was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Chinese printing block, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each Chinese printing block bearing hallmarks is very popular.
How Much is a Chinese Printing Block?
A Chinese printing block can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $680, while the lowest priced sells for $78 and the highest can go for as much as $1,350.
Questions About Chinese Printing Block
- What is Indian block printing?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Indian block printing is an art form that originated in India during ancient times. It involves carving a block of teak wood with an intricate pattern and then using it to press ink onto fabric like silk or cotton. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Indian block printed apparel and art.
- What is a printing block called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A printing block is sometimes called a printmaking block, a wood block or a block. You can also refer to one simply as a printing block. Artists carve printmaking blocks with designs, apply ink and then press them against a surface to produce artwork. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of block prints from some of the world's top galleries.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The oldest known example of block printing is the Diamond Sutra. Produced around 886 CE, the scroll is a Buddhist religious text and was discovered in Dunhuang, China. Anthropologists believe that the Chinese developed the art of block printing 4,000 years ago, but so far, none of the earlier works have been discovered. On 1stDibs, find a variety of block prints from some of the world's top galleries.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rajasthan is the Indian state that is most famous for block printing, though it is also a popular dyeing method in a variety of other states. Rajasthan features various cities known for different techniques of this textile printing method. On 1stDibs, find a range of authentic Indian block printed textiles.
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