Polyptychon
polyptych (multi-panel artwork)
noun po-LUE-ptue-khon Rare
Origin: from Greek polyptykhon, folded many times
Usage Note
Polyptychon is an altarpiece or artwork consisting of more than three panels. Large Flemish altarpieces like the Genter Altar are famous Polyptychon examples. Neutral noun.
Examples
"Das gotische Polyptychon in der Kirche zeigt zwölf Szenen aus dem Leben der Heiligen."
Natural Translation
The Gothic polyptych in the church shows twelve scenes from the lives of the saints.
Literal Translation
The Gothic polyptych in the church shows twelve scenes from the life of the saints.
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