Terms used for the front and back of a single sheet of paper, or the right-hand and left-hand page of an open book
The front or face of a single sheet of paper, or the right-hand page of an open book is called the recto. The back or underside of a single sheet of paper, or the left-hand page of an open book is known as the verso.
The works illustrated here each have paintings on both the recto and verso.
An image or mark in a sheet of paper (usually the papermaker's trademark) visible when viewed by transmitted light
Decalcomania is a blotting process whereby paint is squeezed between two surfaces to create a mirror image
Paper is made from matted plant fibres made into sheet form either by hand (traditional) or machine (modern) and used by artists as a surface for drawing, watercolour or printmaking
Canvas is a strong, woven cloth traditionally used by artists as a support (surface on which to paint)
