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Chasing

Scope note

The process of adding detail or ornament on metal by indenting with a hammer and tools without a cutting edge. W

This term has 286 records attributed within our system.

Term type

AAT
Activity
Technique

Getty AAT term number

300054016

Broader Terms used

<metal decorating techniques>

Narrower Terms used

ciselure
flat chasing
matted

Equivalent Terms used

chased

Created

12yrs ago

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