Where did engraved woodcuts first emerge among artists?

Engraved woodcuts first emerged among artists in East Asia, particularly in China, during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). This technique was further developed and popularized during the Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD), where it was used for printing texts and images. The method eventually spread to Japan and later to Europe, where it played a significant role in the development of printmaking during the Renaissance.