Craftsmanship Display: Seal Script in Relief

Zhuanming Embossing is a specialized raised-embossing technique designed for traditional calligraphy and seal scripts, such as seal script (zhuan shu). It does more than merely create raised patterns; it emphasizes the precise replication of brushstroke nuances, the rhythmic cadence of the writing, and the textured quality of metal or stone carving through its three-dimensional relief. This process achieves an artistic effect that is archaic, elegant, and refined.

Nov 07,2025

Seal Script in Relief

 

 Artwork Elements :

 

          Printing File                                   Embossing Die File                            Embossing Die

 

Process Description:
After printing, embossing is performed, with the embossed area embedded in the image, requiring more precise alignment.

Printing Material:
White cardstock/natural white/300gsm. Paper with long fibers, tight, fine texture, and high toughness is more suitable for embossing.

 Printing Process:
Embossing is usually carried out after offset printing or foil stamping. During printing, strict control of print quality is required to ensure the clarity of patterns and text, color accuracy, etc., laying a good foundation for subsequent embossing processes.

Application Scenarios:
Mainly used for packaging, handbags, business cards, etc.

 Design Guidelines:
Provide vector files. Since embossing causes a slight raise in adjacent areas, the embossing die template should be slightly smaller than the original graphic design.

 Precautions:
The usual processing method is one mold one output. Multiple molds and outputs will seriously affect the embossing effect.

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