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frescoing


Meanings
  • Noun

    The act or art of creating frescoes, which are decorative paintings on wet plaster.

    - "The Sistine Chapel is famous for its beautiful frescoing."
    - "The artist spent years perfecting his technique in frescoing."

Variants
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fresco , frescoed , frescoes , frescoing , frescos
Etymology
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From the Italian word 'affresco', meaning 'frescoed' or 'painted on wet plaster'.


Trivia
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  1. Frescoing was a popular art form during the Renaissance period in Europe.

  2. The Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City is famous for its extensive frescoing by Michelangelo.


Related Concepts
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  1. Mural painting: Frescoing is a type of mural painting, where the paint is applied directly to a wall or other large surface.

  2. Plaster: Frescoing requires a smooth and even layer of plaster to be applied to the wall or surface before painting.


Culture
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Frescoing is a traditional art form that has been used since ancient times, particularly in Europe and the Mediterranean region. It involves painting on wet plaster, which allows the pigments to become part of the wall or surface, creating a lasting and detailed work of art.

How to Memorize "frescoing"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a wet plaster wall being painted with vibrant colors to create a beautiful fresco.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'frescoing' with the idea of intricate and detailed artwork created on wet plaster.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym 'FRESH' to help remember the definition of frescoing: F for Frescoed, R for Remarkable, E for Elegant, S for Superb, and H for Historic.


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