toreutics

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  9. metal decorating techniques
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Scope note
The art, especially in the ancient world, of hammering, engraving, chasing, or embossing ivory or metals such as gold or silver to form reliefs and intaglios.
toreutics
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024