Meaning
carving, engraving
- the art or technique of carving or engraving wood, stone, or gems
- a carved or engraved figure, design, or object
In a sentence
Mio nonno si dedicava all'intaglio del legno durante l'inverno.
My grandfather devoted himself to woodcarving during the winter.
Questo antico armadio presenta splendidi lavori di intaglio.
This antique wardrobe features splendid carving work.
Non hai mai provato un corso di intaglio artistico?
Have you never tried an artistic carving class?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| intaglio | masculine · singular |
| intagli | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often refers specifically to woodcarving ('intaglio nel legno') or gem engraving.