dry stamping
A technique used in the production of
multi-colored paste patterns for end- and other
decorative papers. Colored paste is first brushed
over the surface of the paper, the paste brush
then being drawn from top to bottom of the sheet
in regular strokes, leaving a uniform layer of
color on which parallel brush marks are faintly
discernible. While the surface is still wet, a dry
printing implement is pressed on the wet color.
When it is removed, some of the color adheres to
it, leaving a faint unit on the paper of a lighter
color than the remaining background. An engraved
brayer is also used at times to create a
continuous design. (86 )
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