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Grattage  

Definition

  • The removal of granulation by scraping or friction; in painting refers especially to the creation of forms and textures by scraping a wet painted surface. [AAT]; Technique for creating textures and patterns by simultaneously rubbing and scraping off layers of paint [DA]

Notation

  • 121515

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-J55WM4NB-8

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