SKU:LTP-021-C79
Developed in the 14th century, letterpress printing involves setting
type and motifs in reverse on a letterpress plate. The plate is then
inked and pressed on to the surface of paper. The pressing process
transfers the ink and leaves a deep impression
on the paper creating a three dimensional print that has a feel unlike
any other type of printing. The nature of the printing demands a high
quality, and generally heavier weight, paper that will not tear or thin
when pressed. Rossi 1931 uses a perfect type of paper containing fibers
that are soft and readily accept an impression as well as ink. As you
might expect, letterpress printing is both time consuming and
labor-intensive. Prints are made one-at-a-time with each print having
its own unique variations of ink coverage and depth of impression.
Usually, letterpress is reserved for short-run items such as
invitations, personal stationery, greeting cards and special decorative
papers. Beautiful tactile and simply exquisite, letterpress printing has
a rich, warm feel that one can’t help but appreciate. 120gsm, 20x28
inches.