Meaning Of The Word Trompe l'oeil

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Trompe l'oeil Meaning

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Trompe l'oeil Definition

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trompe l'oeil
Trompe l'oeil is a technique used in art in which objects are painted their normal size in a very realistic way, to make people think that the objects are solid and real.

trompe l'oeil in British English
a painting, etc. that creates such a strong illusion of reality that the viewer may not at first be sure whether the thing depicted is real or a representation
noun: a painting or decoration giving a convincing illusion of reality
noun: visual deception, esp. in paintings, in which objects are rendered in extremely fine detail emphasizing the illusion of tactile and spatial qualities

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