Kiev ex-libris school as a xylography traditions keeper in printmaking of modern Ukraine
Published 2021-09-01
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Keywords
- Printmaking,
- xylography,
- chalcography,
- ex-libris,
- woof cut
- lino cut ...More
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Abstract
The article is dedicated to Kiev ex-libris school role (EL) in modern Ukrainian printmaking. The loss process by a bookplate of utilitarian, applied functions and its transformation into an independent work of art, collectors' object of interest with an appreciated art value is described. The ex-libris schools formed in the first quarter of the 21st century are emphasized, the main trends of the bookplate development predominant centers are defined (Kiev, Lvov, Odessa, Luhansk). Printmaking techniques, typical for a particular ex-libris school, are marked. Kiev bookplate school, as one of the leading centers for the classical xylography traditions preservation, is underlined. The most significant masters, working in these techniques, are presented, the technological process evolution is indicated and its main reasons are emphasized. The problem of opposition between the old and new in the art of printmaking is touched upon by example of classical techniques and gathering momentum computer graphics (CGA) coexistence.
Article history: Received (June 20, 2021); Revised (July 18, 2021); Accepted (July 23, 2021); Published online (September 1, 2021)