Art

Definition of stencil

Stencil is a term from the English language that is not part of the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). Its equivalent in Spanish is stenciling, the technique and result of stenciling. This verb (stencil), for its part, refers to the action of stamping something with the help of a template that presents […]

Definition of sigilography

Sigilography is the discipline dedicated to the analysis of seals used to close documents and authorize documents. It is a method that is used in history, archeology, law, heraldry, diplomacy and genealogy, among other areas of knowledge. The purpose of the […]

Definition of screen printing

Screen printing is a process that allows printing a fabric through the use of ink and a mesh. The etymology of the term indicates that the combination between the Latin word serĭcum and the French word graphie resulted in séricigraphie and then in sérigraphie, the closest antecedent of the concept that we use in our language. Screen printing, for […]

Definition of rock

Rupestre is an adjective that comes from the Latin word rupes, which can be translated as “rock.” The concept, therefore, refers to that which is linked to rocks. For example: “In this area there are cave paintings of great historical value”, “My brother is a specialist in rock art”, “There is not much vegetation in this […]

Definition of rosette

Rosette is a term used in the field of architecture to give a name to circular-shaped windows that exhibit ornamentation and openwork. The concept is also used to name circular decorations that are hung from a ceiling. Rose windows were a very important element for Gothic architecture, being used in […]

Definition of romanticism

Romanticism is a term that can be used in different ways. It may be the characteristic of someone who is romantic (who expresses or shares his or her feelings or who is idealistic). For example: “The actor once again showed off his romanticism by sending a message of love to his wife through […]

Definition of edging

Edging is a notion from the French term rivet which, in turn, derives from the Latin ripa. The concept has several meanings accepted by the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). A trim can be the reinforcement that protects or highlights the edges of a shoe, garment, or other item. By […]

Definition of photo retouching

A photographic retouch is the process and result of modifying the characteristics of an image through some type of digital tool (software). This is a common practice in photographs of celebrities, but also of products such as household appliances or technological devices, to make their appearance more impressive. […]

Definition of altarpiece

Altarpiece is a term that is currently usually used with reference to a decorative element that is part of the altar. The etymology of the concept takes us to the Latin retaulus, in turn formed by two other words: retro (“back”) and tabŭla (“table”). It is worth remembering that the altar, in Catholic churches, is the consecrated table or table […]

Definition of repertoire

Repertory is a concept that has its origin in the Latin word repertorĭum. This is a Latin term that means "set of works" and is the result of the sum of three components of said language: The prefix re-, which is equivalent to "again" or "backwards." The verb parare, which can be translated as […]