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About Giclèe Printing

The Definition:
Giclèe (zhee-klay) - The French word "giclèe" is a feminine noun that means a spray or a spurt of liquid. The word may have been derived from the French verb "gicler" meaning "to squirt".

The Term:
The term "giclèe print" connotes an elevation in printmaking technology. Images are generated from high resolution digital scans and printed with archival quality inks onto various substrates including canvas, fine art, and photo-base paper. The giclèe printing process provides better color accuracy than other means of reproduction.

The Process:
Giclèe prints are created typically using professional 8-Color to 12-Color ink-jet printers. These modern technology printers are capable of producing incredibly detailed prints for both the fine art and photographic markets.

The Quality:
The quality of the giclèe print rivals traditional silver-halide and gelatin printing processes and is commonly found in museums, art galleries, and photographic galleries.

The Market:
Numerous examples of giclèe prints can be found in New York City at the Metropolitan Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Chelsea Galleries. Giclèe prints of prominent artists have sold for thousands, and tens of thousands of dollars.

Reference: Giclèe Print Net, Inc.

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