repousse
/rəˈpuːseɪ/
adjective
- Describing metal that has been shaped or decorated by hammering from the reverse side to create a raised design.
- The museum displayed a repousse silver bowl from ancient Persia.
- She bought a repousse copper panel for her art collection.
- The craftsman specialized in repousse gold jewelry.
noun
- Metalwork that has been hammered from the back to produce a raised pattern on the front.
- He studied the technique of repousse in art school.
- This antique repousse is worth thousands of dollars.
- The artisan created a beautiful repousse of flowers and vines.