Houtgraveur 1851

"Houtgraveur" (Wood Engraver) is a lithograph by Théodore Maurisset, a French artist known for his illustrations and prints. This 1851 work depicts a variety of wood engraving techniques, showcasing the different tools and processes involved in the craft. The central image focuses on a wood engraver at work, while smaller vignettes surrounding it illustrate various stages of the process, from preparing the wood to finishing the engraved plate. Maurisset's meticulous attention to detail and the lively depiction of the wood engraver's workshop offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century printmaking.