Intaglio (noun)

  1. A design or pattern carved into a material, such as a gemstone or metal plate, in relief.
  2. A print made from an intaglio plate.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from italian intaglio, from in- 'into' + taglio 'cut'. the current sense of the word dates from the early 17th century.

Examples:

  1. The intaglio design on the antique seal was worn from years of use.
  2. The intaglio print was made using a process where the plate is etched and then inked.
  3. Intaglio printing is a traditional technique for making high-quality prints.
  4. The intaglio on the silver bowl was a depiction of a scene from classical mythology.
  5. Intaglio gemstones are highly prized for their intricate designs and fine workmanship.
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