direct carving

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Scope note
Sculptural process in which the sculptor forms the image by cutting away from the block of stone, generally without working from a model. The concept of the work evolves and develops during the carving process and adaptation may be made according to the character of the stone found within the block.
direct carving
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024