Chinese woodblock printing

Chinese woodblock printing is an ancient printmaking technique where artists carve an image or text into a wooden block, removing the non-printing areas. Ink is applied to the carved surface, and then the block is pressed onto paper or fabric to produce multiple copies. This method allowed for efficient dissemination of texts and images, especially during the Tang and Song Dynasties. It laid the groundwork for movable type and influenced printing worldwide. The process requires skillful carving, careful ink application, and precise printing to achieve detailed and consistent results.