Etching vs. engraving

Etching and engraving are both methods used to create detailed impressions on a surface. Etching uses a chemical reaction to create the impression, while engraving is a physical process of scratching the medium with a sharp tool. Both methods are used in a type of printmaking called intaglio printing, which uses a carved metal sheet as a sort of stamp. Each metal sheet is a reusable template that can produce multiple prints. This method was an early way to create posters, propaganda, and art. Artists continued to develop the method of intaglio printing, discovering that selected dots and linework created intricate shading techniques.

Engraving is not just used for printing. Etsy artists make engraved artworks that are one-of-a-kind and detailed by hand. Etched glass blocks display an image that seems to be suspended in air, and lasts a lifetime. Place one of these blocks on a spinning LED display stand and watch the light catch each edge of the etching. Engraved metal wall art has an industrial and minimalistic vibe. Etsy sellers can make you a custom engraved sign to show off your family name or highlight your favorite cityscape, or surprise your partner with a new sign for their workshop or address numbers for the house.

Sellers on Etsy can create custom engravings on wood, metal, and glass. A personalized charcuterie board , engraved with your recipient’s name or initials, is a housewarming gift that will always impress. Etched wine glasses elevate every sip at the dinner table, while an engraved decanter puts a personal touch on each bottle of wine. Surprise your parents with a pair of custom engraved champagne flutes for their next anniversary or milestone birthday, or bestow an etched sword to the warrior in your life.

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Red Reverse Card Gift Metal

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Full size metal replica of NASA Voyager Golden Record cover, laser engraved on aluminium. Celebrate the Voyager missions!

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original engraving "fireflies"

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Etchings & Engravings

Wood Engraved Photo 6" sq. 1/8" birch. Wood Etched Photo. Anniversary Etching. Photo Etching. Dog Photo Etching.

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Shipping/Personalization

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Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening Engraved Plaque

3DLaserGifts® Pet Memorial Gift, Custom Laser Engraving, Personalized Tabletop Decor, Pet Lovers Handmade Photo Gift |3D Photo Crystal Love

Two Boats - Original Limited Edition Wood Engraving print, nature print, seascape, landscape print, black ink print,

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Full size metal replica of NASA Voyager Golden Record cover, laser engraved on aluminium. Celebrate the Voyager missions!

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3D Crystal Photo, 3D Crystal Photo with Light, Crystal Picture, 3D Photo Crystal - Wedding Gift for Couple - Laser Etched Crystal Picture

Seated Figure - Original Intaglio Etching & Engraving, Hand-printed original print

Original etching titled "White Cap" signed by artist

Rose Oval Design Laser Engraved Photo Plaque

Personalized Laser Etched Print crystal glass, custom engraved picture, personalized holiday gift, engraved crystal photo, wedding gift

Etching "Tailfeathers"

3D Crystal Brick w/Light Base Personalized Custom Glass Laser Etched Engraved Photo Picture Anniversary Gift for Her Gift for the Couple

Original cat etching "Nocturnal hunter" Hand printed Black cat print Devil etching

Laser engraved wood photo, Custom wood burned photo, Engraved photo plaque, Personalized engraved photo on wood, Photo gift for him/her

3D Laser Gifts® Memorial Plaque Remembrance Gift, Sympathy & Mourning, Custom Picture, Laser Etched Glass, Loved Ones | 3D Crystal Classic

Anniversary Gift, Wedding Day Gift, Engraved Family Photo, Photo on wood, Gift for Dad, Gift for Father, Gift for Mom, Birthday Gift

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Personalized Crystal Gift, Custom Holiday Decor, Laser Etched Portrait, Gift for Her, Gift for Grandma | 3DLaserGifts Photo Crystal Love

original engraving "fireflies"

Customized Photo Cube Gift Anniversary Birthday Personalized Photo Art Laser Engraved 3D Home Decor Picture in Crystal Glass Valentine's Day

Morning tea

Sitting cat, 1918 - Julie De Graag - Screenprint - Handmade print - Image - Print - Screenprint - Art

Original handpulled linocut, tandem 'Joy'

3D Laser Gifts® Personalized Mother's Day Gift, Laser Etched Picture, Photo for Mom, Family Picture Night Lamp | 3D Photo Crystal Diamond

Declaration of Independence Engraved Wood Sign

Doctor Gift, Stethoscope Art, New Office Decor, Medic Tools, Engraved Art, Laser Etched Print, Retirement Gift | 3D Photo Crystal Classic

Helen Sleeping, tiny Wood Engraving.

1812 Antique THOMAS ROWLANDSON Colored Etching and Aquatint, Dr. Syntax Disputing his Bill with the Landlady Matted and Framed Art Vintage

Your Favorite Photo Laser Engraved on Black Granite

Engraving for Rings, Engraving for Necklaces, Engraving for Bracelets, Engraving for Earrings

From 1875 - Copper engraving print of INDONESIAN PEOPLE

Cute Bird Print Art ,Bird Reading Banned Books Original Etching Print for Book Lovers

Wild Hare

Laser Engraved Wood Picture, Personalized Wood Engraving, Photo Engraved on Wood, Amazing Christmas gift, anniversary gift, wedding gift

Little Trotty Wagtail by John Clare with two wood engravings.

Original etching hand-pulled print "Follow the white rabbit",Follow the White Rabbit,Alice in Wonderland,Alice in Wonderland

Heart Shaped 3D Crystal Engraved Photo | 3D Personalized & Custom Heart Crystal | LED Base optional | Fathers Day Gift | Love Keepsake

UFO Alien Bathroom Sign Glow In The Dark

framed botanical illustration | harebell engraving | pierre-joseph redouté

3D Laser Gifts® Personalized Laser Etched Gift, Gifts for Grandma, Gift for First Mothers Day, Tabletop Home Decor | 3D Photo Crystal Love

FROM 1872 - Antique Copper Engraving print of ARCHITECTURE

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