Dreidimensionalität
three-dimensionality; quality of having three dimensions
Usage Note
Dreidimensionalität is the quality or impression of three-dimensional form, whether in actual sculpture or illusionistically in painting. Creating Dreidimensionalität through light and shadow (Chiaroscuro) was a central aim of Renaissance painting.
Examples
"Die geschickte Schattenführung verleiht der Zeichnung eine beeindruckende Dreidimensionalität."
Natural Translation
The skilful use of shadow gives the drawing an impressive three-dimensionality.
Literal Translation
The skilful shadow-guidance lends the drawing an impressive three-dimensionality.

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