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Squaring (transferring technique)

Scope note

A method for transferring a drawing to another surface on a different scale, especially to a larger surface that is to be painted, such as a canvas or a wall. MAYER

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300053431

Broader Terms used

<transferring techniques>

Term used for

squaring off

Equivalent Terms used

squared (transferring technique)

Created

13yrs ago

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