Burin is which of the following?

Burin is which of the following?

• A. The tool used in engraving to cut lines into a metal plate.
• B. A type of brush for oil painting.
• C. A chisel used for sculpting stone.
• D. A needle used in embroidery.

Answer: (A)

A burin is the engraving tool used to cut lines into a metal plate for printmaking. Its sharp, V-shaped blade lets you press and push along the surface to incise precise grooves. These incised lines hold ink, which is then transferred to paper under pressure, producing crisp, detailed lines in the finished print. This is specific to engraving on metal; it isn’t a brush for painting, a stone-carving chisel, or an embroidery needle, which are used for different art processes.