relief intarsia

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Scope note
Intarsia technique that incorporates relief carving, developed in Bohemia, especially in Eger, and popular all over Europe from the mid-17th to the mid-18th century. It was used particularly for altar panels, furniture, and lids for game boxes and caskets.
relief intarsia
Accepted term: 06-May-2024