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Lithography-based methods are a class of printing techniques that utilize a stone or metal plate to transfer an image onto paper. The term "lithography" is derived from the Greek words "lithos," meaning stone, and "graphein," meaning to write. These methods are known for their ability to produce high-quality, detailed prints with a wide range of colors and textures.

The most well-known lithography-based method is traditional lithography, which involves drawing an image on a flat stone or metal plate with a greasy substance called oil. The plate is then covered with a light-sensitive material called a resist, which is exposed to light to create the image. The unexposed areas of the resist are washed away, leaving the image on the plate. Ink is applied to the plate, which is then pressed onto paper to create the print.

Other lithography-based methods include intaglio printing, which involves carving or etching an image into a plate, and relief printing, which involves creating an image by raising or lowering parts of a plate. These methods allow for a variety of artistic effects and are used in a wide range of applications, from fine art to commercial printing.