Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
frontispiece
noun
/ˈfrʌnt.ɪˌspiːs/
Definition
A frontispiece is an illustration or photograph that appears on the front page of a book or at the beginning of a work, often serving a decorative purpose.
Examples
- The novel’s frontispiece featured a beautiful watercolor of the main character.
- Many classic books include a frontispiece to capture the reader’s attention.
- In art books, the frontispiece often showcases a significant piece of artwork from the collection.
Meaning
It typically provides a visual representation related to the work, setting the tone or theme for what follows.
Synonyms
- illustration
- plate
- picture
- image
