Serigraph: meaning, definitions and examples

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serigraph

 

[ ˈsɛrɪˌɡræf ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

art technique

A serigraph is a type of printmaking that uses a silk screen to transfer ink onto various surfaces, most commonly paper or fabric. The process involves creating a stencil and applying layers of ink through the screen, allowing for vibrant colors and detailed designs. Serigraphs are known for their high quality and artistic expression, making them popular among artists and collectors. This technique is often used in fine art, commercial printing, and fabric design.

Synonyms

screen print, serigraphic print, silk screen.

Examples of usage

  • The artist created a stunning serigraph that showcases bold colors.
  • Many galleries feature serigraphs by contemporary artists.
  • She purchased a limited edition serigraph at the art fair.

Translations

Translations of the word "serigraph" in other languages:

🇵🇹 serigrafia

🇮🇳 सिरिग्राफ़

🇩🇪 Serigraphie

🇮🇩 serigrafi

🇺🇦 сериграфія

🇵🇱 serigrafia

🇯🇵 セリグラフィ

🇫🇷 sérigraphie

🇪🇸 serigrafía

🇹🇷 serigrafi

🇰🇷 세리그라피

🇸🇦 سيريجراف

🇨🇿 serigrafie

🇸🇰 serigrafia

🇨🇳 丝网印刷

🇸🇮 serigrafija

🇮🇸 serígráfía

🇰🇿 сериграфия

🇬🇪 სერიგრაფია

🇦🇿 seriqrafiya

🇲🇽 serigrafía

Etymology

The term 'serigraph' is derived from the Greek word 'seri', meaning silk, and 'graph', meaning to write or draw. The technique itself has roots that date back to ancient China, but it was popularized in the 20th century, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s in the United States. Artists began to explore silkscreen printing as a medium for artistic expression, leading to the rise of screen-printed art as a legitimate form in the art world. Influential artists like Andy Warhol utilized serigraphy to produce iconic works, significantly impacting popular culture and the perception of printmaking. As the technique evolved, variations were developed, further enhancing the aesthetic and technical possibilities of serigraphs. Today, serigraphs remain a respected and sought-after art form.