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intarsia

 

[ ษชnหˆtษ‘rziษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

art technique

Intarsia is a form of decorative art that involves creating a design out of different types, colors, or textures of wood, stone, or other materials. It is often seen in furniture, panels, and flooring, creating intricate patterns or images. This technique is similar to marquetry but differs in the method of assembly.

Synonyms

inlay, marquetry, mosaic

Examples of usage

  • The intarsia inlay on the table was breathtaking.
  • She developed her skills in intarsia over many years.
  • The museum showcased various intarsia artworks from the Renaissance.

Translations

Translations of the word "intarsia" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น intarsia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เค‚เคŸเคพเคฐเฅเคธเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Intarsienarbeit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ intarsia

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะฝั‚ะฐั€ัั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ intarsja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚คใƒณใ‚ฟใƒซใ‚ทใ‚ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท intarsie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ intarsia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท intarsia

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธํƒ€๋ฅด์‹œ์•„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅู†ุชุฑุณูŠุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ intarzie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ intarzia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้•ถๅตŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ intarzija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ intarsรญa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธะฝั‚ะฐั€ัะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒœแƒขแƒแƒ แƒกแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ intarsiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ intarsia

Etymology

The term 'intarsia' originates from the Italian word 'intarsiare,' which means to inlay or decorate. The technique dates back to the Middle Ages, particularly in Italy, where artisans began integrating various materials into woodwork to create stunning visual effects. 'Intarsia' ultimately derives from the Latin 'interserere,' meaning to place between. Over the centuries, intarsia evolved, featuring intricate designs using wood of different species, as well as stone and other materials, becoming a prominent art form in Renaissance furniture making and architecture. Craftsmen developed sophisticated methods for fitting pieces together to achieve smooth surfaces and seamless patterns. The technique spread across Europe, influencing various art movements and remaining relevant in contemporary design.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,161, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.