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Glass, objects > Cameo glass

Preferred term

Cameo glass  

Definition

  • Cased glass of two or more layers in contrasting colors; the outer layers are carved, cut, or engraved to produce a design which stands out from the background [AAT]

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Cased glass, cameo glass

Notation

  • 120800

In other languages

  • French

  • Doublé, verre camée
  • Verre doublé, verre camée

URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-DGVXD65P-M

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