One etching is a form of art created by an ENGRAVER. An ENGRAVER is someone who uses tools to carve or cut into a hard surface, such as metal or wood, to create a design or pattern. Engraving is a centuries-old art form that has been used to decorate jewelry, weapons, and other items. Etching is a form of engraving that involves using acid to etch a design into a metal plate. The plate is then inked and pressed onto paper to create a print. One etching is a single print created from an etched metal plate.