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Printing Baren for Linocut and Woodcut Diameter 10 cm Ergonomic Handle Made of Beech Wood Smooth Bottom Surface For Hand Printing Graphics

Printing Baren for Linocut and Woodcut Diameter 10 cm Ergonomic Handle Made of Beech Wood Smooth Bottom Surface For Hand Printing Graphics

Hand-held pressure tool for transferring ink from a linocut or woodcut plate to paper. Comfortable palm grip and smooth movement across the paper without a press. Full description
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Printing Baren for Linocut and Woodcut Diameter 10 cm Ergonomic Handle Made of Beech Wood Smooth Bottom Surface For Hand Printing Graphics

The printing baren is a hand tool used to transfer ink from a painted plate to paper during linocut and woodcut printing. The circular bottom surface with a diameter of 10 cm is pressed against the back of the paper and, with circular motions, applies pressure to the plate, allowing the design to be printed even without a printing press. The entire tool is made of beech wood, which is sturdy and pleasant to the touch. It is suitable for both beginner and experienced graphic artists, for art clubs, studios, or for crafting at home. The baren is ready to use straight out of the box and requires no assembly.

The handle is shaped like a closed frame, into which the entire palm fits, and the inner top side is contoured so that the fingers can comfortably rest in the grooves. The pressure from the hand is thus transferred directly downwards to the pressure surface, and the tool is easy to control even during extended use. The bottom surface is flat and smoothly finished, allowing it to glide over the paper without snagging. The edges are smooth and rounded. Its compact dimensions enable precise work even in smaller areas, at the edges of the design, and in the corners of the printing plate, where careful pressure application is necessary.

  • Type – hand-held printing baren for transferring ink from the printing plate to paper
  • Material – beech wood
  • Diameter of Pressure Surface – 10 cm
  • Total Width – 11.7 cm
  • Height – 7.6 cm
  • Thickness of Pressure Part – 1.9 cm
  • Handle – closed frame with contoured grooves for fingers
  • Bottom Surface – flat and smooth for seamless movement across the paper
  • Usage – linocut, woodcut, and other techniques of hand printing from relief
  • Contents of Package – 1 wooden printing baren

The process is simple. After carving the design into the linoleum or wood, the plate is inked with a roller, paper is placed on top, and the baren is moved in circular strokes from the centre to the edges until the ink is evenly transferred. The paper is then carefully lifted and left to dry. After use, simply wipe the bottom surface with a dry or slightly damp cloth to remove any ink residue and store the tool in a dry place away from heat sources. For larger designs, the baren is gradually moved across the entire surface of the paper to ensure that all parts of the inked plate are printed with equal intensity.

The wooden baren is an essential tool for anyone involved in graphics and hand printing. The circular surface with a diameter of 10 cm is suitable for both small and medium-sized prints, the comfortable frame-shaped handle facilitates even pressure application, and natural beech wood feels pleasant in the hand. The tool is suitable for linocut, woodcut, and for creating your own graphic sheets, postcards, and illustrations. Thanks to its simple construction without moving parts, it is easy to use and maintain.

Price incl. VAT €33.58