Intaglio refers to a technique of printmaking in which an image is cut into a flat surface, generally a metal sheet, using tools like a burin or acid. It arose in the 15th century when Albrecht Durer and Rembrandt van Rijn popularized the process. It involves creating a design by cutting the plate, inking the cut lines, and then reproducing the design on a piece of paper via a printing press. The end result is a 3D detailed impression of the design. Intaglio’s etched prints achieved mastery of tonal variations, capturing details for the first time, which made it popularized among artists. It is understood to be a broad term that includes multiple disciplines like engraving, etching, drypoint, and aquatint, each affording different styles. Among the greatest Peru’s Francisco Goya, for his scaredest etched he captivated the world and to Giovanni Battista Piranesi famed for his detailed architectural engravings. In general, intaglio continues to be one of the most respected and timeless methods in printmaking because of its craftsmanship and power of expression. Even now, countless contemporary artists seek to constantly expand the already wide and deep scope of this complex method.