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Perspective  

Definition

  • Any graphic method concerned with conveying an impression of depth, usually on a two-dimensional surface, by means of geometric projection using one or more vanishing points, foreshortening and/or atmospheric effects; in Western art, generally refers to the geometrical technique of linear perspective that was invented in the early Renaissance, based on ancient Greek and Roman models [AAT, alt.]

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  • 119127

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-L4R6RMBH-X

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