what is a lithograph print

A lithograph print is a type of print created through the lithographic process, where an image is drawn or etched onto a flat surface, usually a stone or metal plate, and then printed onto paper, resulting in high-quality reproductions known for their fine details. The word "lithograph" comes from two ancient Greek words: "lithos" meaning "stones," and "graphien" meaning "to write". Lithography is a planographic printmaking process in which a design is drawn onto a flat stone or metal plate, usually zinc or aluminum, and then printed onto paper. The process involves treating the hand-drawn image with a special solution, transferring the image to paper, and then repeating the process multiple times. Lithography is unique because it more closely resembles painting than other printing methods, and it offers the possibility of printing infinitely. Lithography is widely used around the world for printing books, catalogues, posters, and other materials because of the high-quality results and fast turnaround.