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Bamboo Baren

$765 AUD (inc GST) $946 (inc GST)
$695 AUD (ex GST) $860 (ex GST)
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A Traditional Tool for Effortless Hand Burnishing!

The bamboo baren is an essential tool for printmakers, designed for hand burnishing and transferring images from block to paper without the need for a press. Measuring 100mm in diameter, it features a twisted coil of string fibres set against a thin backing disc of laminated paper, allowing for even and controlled pressure. This traditional design ensures smooth and consistent ink transfer, making it a valuable tool for relief printing techniques such as woodblock and lino printing. Lightweight and easy to handle, the bamboo baren is perfect for achieving professional-quality prints in the classroom or studio.

SKU: RL020

Key Features

• Traditional bamboo baren for hand burnishing
• 100mm diameter for controlled pressure application
• Made with a twisted coil of string fibres and a laminated paper backing
• Evenly transfers ink from block to paper without a press
• Ideal for relief printing techniques such as lino and woodblock printing
• Lightweight and easy to handle for classroom and studio use

Teachers and students can use this baren to explore printmaking techniques, developing hands-on skills in relief printing and composition. By applying pressure to the back of the paper, students can create crisp, detailed prints while gaining a deeper understanding of traditional printing methods. Ideal for classroom demonstrations and individual projects, this tool offers a practical and accessible way to introduce students to the art of printmaking without requiring a printing press.

Specifications (RL020)
  • Catalogue Page Number
    212

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, Zart acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and culture. We pay respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.