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Sinopsis
Master the craft of ink with practical, proven methods you can follow today. This edition of The Manufacture of Ink compiles a range of hands-on techniques for making different types of ink, from green and metallic varieties to solid India ink. It presents concrete ingredients, steps, and cautions that help writers, artists, and professionals achieve durable, vivid results.
In clear, process-driven sections, you’ll find detailed instructions for preparing green inks, including formulations that use Prussian blue, gamboge, chromium compounds, and gum-based mixes. The text explains how to adjust color depth, durability, and anti-corrosive properties, with multiple alternative formulas and mixing notes.
You’ll also learn about metallic inks, including genuine gold and silver inks made from leaf or foil, plus copper and bronze options and imitation versions. The guide discusses how to obtain a lustrous finish and how different metals age on paper, as well as how to create colored inks with a metallic sheen using specially prepared pigments.
The book covers solid India or Chinese ink, describing traditional preparation from finely divided carbon, purification steps, and the shaping and drying of the ink sticks. It explains how these inks are used for long-lasting, durable writing and drawing, with attention to quality control and moulding.
What you’ll experience or learn
- Green ink formulas and color adjustments, including specific ingredient combinations and processing steps.
- Techniques for metallic inks, from gold and silver to copper and imitation versions, plus methods to achieve a lasting luster.
- Steps to produce solid India/Chinese ink, including carbon purification, dough formation, and moulding into sticks.
- Variations using pigments and gums to create colored inks with metallic effects.
Ideal for readers who want practical ink-making knowledge for drawing, calligraphy, archival writing, or historical craft reproduction.
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Excerpt from Manufacture of Ink: Comprising the Raw Materials, and the Preparation of Writing, Copying, and Hektograph Inks, Safety Inks, Ink Extracts and Powders, Colored Inks, Solid Inks, Lithographic Inks and Crayons
The art of preparing ink must have been quite fairly known in the middle ages, as is evident from the well preserved parchments of that time; characters written six and even eight centuries ago, still showing their pristine blackness.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of ink, exploring its history, chemistry, and various applications. It traces the evolution of ink from ancient times, where simple soot-based formulas were used, to the more complex tannin-iron inks of the 19th century. The author meticulously examines the properties of a good writing ink, including its color, fluidity, durability, and resistance to fading and molding. This exploration extends to specialized inks like copying inks, hektograph inks, and even the intriguing realm of sympathetic inks used for secret messages. The book delves into the science behind ink production, discussing the chemical processes that occur when different ingredients are combined. It provides detailed instructions for preparing various types of ink, from basic iron-gall formulas to more elaborate concoctions involving exotic ingredients like logwood and indigo. Beyond writing, the book also covers inks used in printing, lithography, and marking, offering insights into their unique properties and manufacturing methods. Whether you're a history buff, a chemistry enthusiast, or simply curious about the everyday objects around you, this book offers a captivating journey into the world of ink, revealing the science, artistry, and historical significance behind this essential writing tool. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781527808676_0
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