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Farbschichtung

layering of paint

noun FARB-shikh-toong Rare
Arts & Culture Visual Arts

Also means

paint stratification

Usage Note

Farbschichtung describes the technique of building up multiple layers of paint, each modifying the optical effect of those beneath. Oil painters use Lasurtechnik (glazing) to achieve luminous depth through careful Farbschichtung.

Examples

"Die meisterhafte Farbschichtung verleiht dem Gemälde eine ungewöhnliche Tiefenwirkung."

Natural Translation

The masterful layering of paint gives the painting an unusual sense of depth.

Literal Translation

The masterly paint-layering lends the painting an unusual depth-effect.

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