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The permanent exhibition entitled History and printmaking techniques. Through major works from the museum collection, learn the main techniques of printmaking (woodcut, engraving, etching, lithography, silk screen ...) and the major printing processes of the origin (15th century) to our days. The course of the exhibition is enriched by the presentation of many tools for burning and three presses (printing press, intaglio press and lithographic press). While enjoying original works, you will understand the vocabulary used in the print, avoid the pitfalls of the printed image and find an art and craft.