IMPASTOS

Noun

impastos

plural of impasto

Source: Wiktionary


IMPASTO

Im*pas"to, n. Etym: [It. See Impaste.] (Paint.)

Definition: The thickness of the layer or body of pigment applied by the painter to his canvas with especial reference to the juxtaposition of different colors and tints in forming a harmonious whole. Fairholt.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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