deckle edge
Noun: A rough, uncut, or feathered edge found on a sheet of paper. This edge is a natural byproduct of the papermaking process when the pulp slurry is confined by a frame called a deckle. It can be a characteristic of handmade paper or can be artificially created on machine-made paper to mimic that handmade aesthetic.
The term is used specifically in the contexts of papermaking, bookbinding, printing, and fine art to describe this distinctive type of paper edge. - It is often considered a mark of quality or craftsmanship in handmade papers. - In publishing, books with uncut or intentionally deckle-edged pages are sometimes produced as a stylistic choice.
- The luxurious edition of the novel featured deckle edges on every page, giving it a classic, artisanal feel.
- You can tell this is authentic handmade paper by the presence of a natural deckle edge.
- The printer offered the option to have the stationery with a smooth cut or a deckle edge.
- As a design element: In graphic design and fine art, a deckle edge is sometimes used deliberately to create a soft, organic, or vintage border for an image or print.
- Bibliographical term: In the description of rare books and special editions, "deckle-edged" is a specific term noting a particular physical attribute that can affect the book's value and character.
- Deckle (noun): The removable wooden frame or border used in hand papermaking to contain the pulp and form the sheet's edges. The deckle edge is named after this tool.
- Deckle-edged (adjective): Describing paper or a book that has a deckle edge.
- The deckle-edged pages were a beautiful detail.
- Feathered edge
- Uncut edge
- Rough edge (though this is a more general term and less specific to the papermaking process)
- Trimmed edge
- Cut edge
- Smooth edge
While there are no common idioms using "deckle edge," it is part of specialized professional phrases: - To retain the deckle: A instruction in papermaking or bookbinding to leave the natural rough edge intact rather than trimming it off.
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rough edge left by a deckle on handmade paper or produced artificially on machine-made paper
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