Silverpoint
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Silverpoint is a noun meaning (uncountable) A traditional technique for drawing by dragging a silvern rod or wire across a surface, often prepared with gesso or primer.
Meaning
(uncountable) A traditional technique for drawing by dragging a silvern rod or wire across a surface, often prepared with gesso or primer.
More Meanings
- (countable) An artwork produced by this technique.
Word Forms
- silverpoints
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include screentone, drypoint, sandpainting, siderography, sepia, pencilling.
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