Xyloglyphy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Xyloglyphy is a noun meaning The art of carving in wood.
Meaning
The art of carving in wood.
More Meanings
- Work produced by this means.
Example Sentences
Xyloglyphy is a form of sculpture, whereas xylography is engraving in wood.
The artist's most popular xyloglyphy was his "Laughing Buddha" series of carvings.
The company produced household xyloglyphy, including shrines and other kinds of carvings in Chinese traditional style.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include anaglyptics, photoglyphy, pyrography, bibliopegy, ceroplastic, iconophily.
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