What is another word for Calotype?

Pronunciation: [kˈalətˌa͡ɪp] (IPA)

Calotype is a term used to describe a photographic process that was popular in the mid-19th century. It involves using a paper negative to create a positive print. While there are no direct synonyms for the term, there are related words that can be used to describe the process. Some of these words include paper negative, salt print, and Talbotype. These terms are often used interchangeably with Calotype, and all describe a similar photographic process that was used in the early days of photography. Despite being somewhat outdated, the Calotype process remains an important element in the history of photography and continues to be studied and practiced by photographers today.

What are the hypernyms for Calotype?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    IMAGE PROCESS, photographic process, image technique, photo technique.

Usage examples for Calotype

An impersonal reference to a similar portrait taken at the same time will be found at page 184, in the article on 'The Calotype.
"Leading Articles on Various Subjects"
Hugh Miller
Phreno-mesmerism and the Calotype have been introduced to the Edinburgh public about much the same time; but how very differently have they fared hitherto!
"Leading Articles on Various Subjects"
Hugh Miller
At length, however, have we the lines of discovery indicated: in the architectural drawings of the Calotype the perspective is that of nature itself; and to arrive at just conclusions, we have but to measure and compare, and ascertain proportions.
"Leading Articles on Various Subjects"
Hugh Miller

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