bas-relief

[US]/[ˈbæsrɪˈliːf]/
[UK]/[ˈbæs.rɪˈliːf]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a relief sculpture; a sculpture in which the figures project from a flat background

Phrases & Collocations

bas-relief carving

viewing bas-relief

ancient bas-relief

detailed bas-relief

bas-relief panel

creating bas-relief

bas-relief style

bas-relief artwork

featured bas-relief

stone bas-relief

Example Sentences

the ancient temple featured intricate bas-relief carvings depicting scenes from mythology.

the museum displayed a stunning marble bas-relief of a roman emperor.

we admired the detailed bas-relief on the medieval church door.

the artist used bas-relief to create a three-dimensional effect on the stone panel.

the bas-relief showed a battle scene with soldiers and horses.

the tomb was decorated with elaborate bas-reliefs of animals and plants.

the sculptor skillfully carved the bas-relief into the sandstone.

the bas-relief provided valuable insights into the culture of the ancient civilization.

the building's facade included a beautiful bas-relief frieze.

the low bas-relief was almost imperceptible at first glance.

the bas-relief's composition was carefully planned to tell a story.

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