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Alto-relievo

Alto-relievo \Al"to-re*lie"vo\, n. Alto-rilievo. [1913 Webster] ||

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alto-relievo

n. (context sculpture English) A form of sculpture in which carved figures or other objects which protrude from the background.

Usage examples of "alto-relievo".

It has also a Calvary in alto-relievo in a cellar, and a sun of gilt wood.