Meaning Of The Word Grisaille

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What's The Definition Of Grisaille?

grisaille in American English
a style of painting, esp. on glass, in monochrome, usually using only gray tints and giving the effect of sculpture in relief
noun: monochromatic painting in shades of gray

grisaille in British English
noun: a technique of monochrome painting in shades of grey, as in an oil painting or a wall decoration, imitating the effect of relief

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