Wood engraving commands laborious attention to detail, but the effects can be entrancing and varied. A new exhibition at the Ashmolean celebrates a British phenomenon that continues to fascinate.

Object Details author Bliss, Douglas Percy 1900-1984 Notes "Originally published 1928" Contents Preface / by Campbell Dodgson -- An elementary account of the technique of woodcutting and of ...

View Antique Wood Engraving on wove paper after the original by a master wood engraver John Quartley (British, 1835-1867 fl By Doré Gustave; Wood Engraving on wove paper; Image size 7 5/8 x 9 5/8 ...

Explore the art of wood processing as engraving machines and skilled craftsmanship combine to create exceptional designs. From intricate carvings to flawless finishes, this process highlights the ...

Robert O'Brien engraved this printing block after a drawing, Natives of Wytoohee, by Expedition Artist Joseph Drayton. Wytoohee is part of the Tuamotu Archipelago of French Polynesia.

Britain's oldest wood carving discovered in Berkshire after 6,000-year-old oak unearthed The incredible piece was created 2,000 years before Stonehenge, experts predict - and the man who dug it up ...

Swiss teen filmed defacing Rome’s ancient Colosseum weeks after British tourist caught engraving names on wall The Colosseum dates back to 72 AD and was completed in 80 AD under Roman emperor Titus.

A man has described how his hobby of wood carving has helped him to manage his ADHD. Mark Sharples, 32, from Stafford, started carving wooden objects to cope with boredom caused by his condition ...

The UK -based tourist who triggered widespread outrage for carving his name into Rome’s Colosseum has claimed he was not aware of the monument ’s age. Fitness instructor Ivan Dimitrov, 27, was ...

View Antique engraving on wove paper after the original oil paint on wood by master engraver William Greatbach (British, 1802-1894) After Wilkie David; engraving on wove paper; 7 1/8 x 9 1/2 inches 16 ...