Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intagli
noun
in-ˈtal-ē
Definition
A technique used in art and engraving, where a design is incised into a surface, creating a recessed image.
Examples
- The artist used intagli to create intricate designs on his sculptures.
- Intagli prints are created by etching a design into a metal plate.
- The museum displayed several beautiful intagli pieces from ancient Rome.
Meaning
Intagli refers to a method of carving or engraving that results in a design being cut below the surface, typically used in printmaking or jewelry making.
Synonyms
- Engraving
- Carving
- Ingraving
