What does mezzotint mean?
A printmaking technique in which a design is scratched into a metal plate to create a series of small dots, used to produce a range of tonal values. A print made using this technique.
Example
"The artist's use of mezzotint created a rich, textured effect in the portrait."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.