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Embossing

A calendering method of pressing designs or patterns onto a fabric using engraved rollers.

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Printing & publishing; Publishing

To raise designs from a surface, to represent images or ornaments in relief; also called "cameo" and "tool". Embossing depth depends upon paper weight and line-art dimensions. ...

embossing
Textiles; Fabric

A calendering method of pressing designs or patterns onto a fabric using engraved rollers.

embossed
Art history; General art history

In printmaking any process used to create a raised or depressed surface. It is sometimes used to create false plate-marks in lithographs or screenprints.

embossing
Metals; Silver

A form of decoration achieved by pushing silver from beneath creating a raised pattern of domes and curves.

embossing
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Impressing an image in relief to achieve a raised surface; either over printing or on a blank paper (called blind embossing).

embossing
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Decorative designs molded or carved on the occasional table.

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