albertype
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/ˈælbərˌtaɪp/
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/ˈælbəˌtaɪp/
photomechanical reproduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albertype' originates from the name of the inventor, 'Joseph Albert', who developed the process in the 19th century.
Historical Evolution
'albertype' was named after Joseph Albert, who created the process in the 1860s, and it became a popular method for reproducing images.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the process developed by Joseph Albert, but it has come to represent any print made using this method.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of photomechanical print made using a gelatin process, often used for reproducing photographs and illustrations.
The museum's collection includes several rare albertypes from the 19th century.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/13 09:36