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| noun | 1. A network of fine cracks in the paint or varnish of a painting. |
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 | | "The painting's craquelure helped the preservationists to estimate its age." | | "Some of the fissures in the canvas were a result of a natural craquelure, but others were from water damage." | | "The light craquelure on the painting added to the romantic look I was aiming for with the dining room decor." |
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 | | French, early 20th century |
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 | | Watch an episode of "Antiques Roadshow" and you'll likely hear "craquelure" mentioned by the art appraisers. ... |  |
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