French translation of galvanograph is 
galvanograph

Meaning of "galvanograph" in English

A "galvanograph" is an electrotype produced from a relief surface, used primarily in the 19th and early 20th centuries to create printed illustrations. This process involved the use of electroplating to copy artworks or printing plates, enabling mass production without compromising the original work. It represents a significant innovation in printing technology, allowing for the widespread reproduction of cultural and artistic materials in books and periodicals, thereby increasing accessibility to visuals and artistic content.

Meaning of "galvanograph" in French

In French, "galvanograph" refers to a similar process known as galvanography, which involves creating electrotypes for reproduction purposes. This technique became popular in the 19th century, particularly for its ability to produce high-quality reproductions from original relief artworks and printings. Galvanography was instrumental in the popularization of artwork and images, as it enabled efficient and cost-effective mass production, greatly contributing to art dissemination and preservation in France and other French-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "galvanograph" in English

Phonetic Transcription: [gælˈvænəˌɡræf]

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "galvanograph" generally remains consistent across different English dialects, with slight variations in stress or vowel sounds, typical of regional accents.

Pronunciation of "galvanograph" in French

Phonetic Transcription: [ɡal.va.nɔ.ɡʁaf]

Pronunciation Variations: In French, the pronunciation is fairly uniform with slight variations based on regional accents, such as those found in Quebec or Belgium, where local phonetic nuances may subtly alter the sound.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The museum displayed an ancient galvanograph of the famous painting. (Le musée a exposé un ancien galvanograph de la célèbre peinture.)

2. He studied the techniques of creating a galvanograph. (Il a étudié les techniques de création d’un galvanograph.)

3. The book contained several high-quality galvanographs. (Le livre contenait plusieurs galvanographs de haute qualité.)

4. She was fascinated by the process of making galvanographs in the 19th century. (Elle était fascinée par le procédé de fabrication des galvanographs au 19ème siècle.)

5. Artists often turned to galvanographs to reproduce their work. (Les artistes se tournaient souvent vers les galvanographs pour reproduire leurs œuvres.)

6. The library’s collection includes rare galvanographs. (La collection de la bibliothèque comprend des galvanographs rares.)

7. This galvanograph technique revolutionized printmaking. (Cette technique de galvanograph a révolutionné l'estampe.)

8. A galvanograph offers an exact replica of the original piece. (Un galvanograph offre une réplique exacte de la pièce originale.)

9. The history of galvanograph highlights its impact on art reproduction. (L’histoire du galvanograph souligne son impact sur la reproduction artistique.)

10. Restorers used a galvanograph to preserve the old manuscript illustrations. (Les restaurateurs ont utilisé un galvanograph pour préserver les illustrations du vieux manuscrit.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "galvanograph" in English

Synonyms: electrotype, galvanography, reproduction.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: print, engraving, lithograph.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "galvanograph" in French

Synonyms: galvanographie, électrotype.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: impression, gravure, lithographie.

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