Illustrated Architecture Dictionary .......................... Illustrated FURNITURE Glossary
Illustrated Architecture Dictionary ..........................
Illustrated FURNITURE
Glossary
Bas-relief
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Architecture:A sculptural carving, embossing, or casting that projects very little from the background
French for low relief.
Commonly found in most styles of architecture.
See also: relief curving
Furniture:
Used in furniture
Examples from Buffalo architecture:
- Illustration above: Philip Becker Monument
- Francis W. Tracy Monument
- Knox House
- Courier Express Building
- City Hall
- 17 Court Street
- Our Lady of Victory Basilica
Other examples:
