silverpoint

/ˈsɪlvərˌpɔɪnt/
noun
  1. A drawing technique using a thin silver wire on a specially prepared surface, producing fine, delicate lines.
    • Many old master drawings were created using silverpoint on prepared paper.
    • The art class learned silverpoint, a technique popular during the Renaissance.
    • Her silverpoint sketch of the old tree showed incredible detail.
  2. A drawing or artwork made using the silverpoint technique.
    • He collected silverpoints and kept them in acid-free frames.
    • The museum displayed a rare silverpoint from the 15th century.
    • The silverpoint had faded slightly but still showed the artist's skill.
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