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Reliefplastik

relief sculpture

noun reh-LEEF-plas-tik Rare

Also means

sculptural work in relief

Usage Note

Reliefplastik refers to a three-dimensional work that projects from a flat background, distinguishing it from Freiplastik (freestanding sculpture). The degree of projection is described as Flachrelief (low relief) or Hochrelief (high relief).

Examples

"Die Reliefplastik an der Kirchenfassade zeigt biblische Szenen in meisterhafter Ausführung."

Natural Translation

The relief sculpture on the church facade depicts biblical scenes with masterful craftsmanship.

Literal Translation

The relief-sculpture on the church-facade shows biblical scenes in masterful execution.

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