Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Activities Facet
3. Processes and Techniques (hierarchy name)
4. [processes and techniques by specific type]
5. [processes and techniques by material]
6. [metalworking and metalworking processes and techniques]
7. [metalworking processes and techniques]
8. metal decorating techniques

Narrower term/s

• ciselure
• flat chasing

Anotations

Scope note:

The process of fine detailed “cold work” after casting and fettlingthat serves to correct or enhance the cast surface by removingand/or compressing metal using hand tools by punching,engraving, and/or chiseling, and in modern times also with powerand pneumatic tools.