Question

Arrange the following printmaking techniques in order of invention:
A. Aquatint
B. Metal engraving
C. Dry point
D. Line etching
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B), (C), (D)
• B. (C), (B), (A), (D)
• C. (B), (A), (D), (C)
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A)

Hint:

Remember: Dry point precedes other techniques, reflecting early printmaking innovations.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The correct order is: Dry point, followed by Metal engraving, then Line etching, and finally Aquatint. The invention timeline of these techniques aligns with the development of printmaking.