diaglyph
/ˈdaɪəˌɡlɪf/
noun
- A carved or engraved design, especially one that is cut into a surface (intaglio) rather than raised.
- The artist specialized in diaglyphs, cutting intricate patterns into hard stone.
- The ancient ring had a diaglyph of a lion carved into the gemstone.
- Museum visitors admired the diaglyph on the Roman seal, which left a raised impression in wax.
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