Gravures (en. Engravings)

/gʁa.vyʁ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Artistic representation obtained through an engraving technique.

The artist's engravings are on display at the museum.

Les gravures de l'artiste sont exposées au musée.

Print made on paper from an engraved plate.

This engraving depicts a landscape.

Cette gravure représente un paysage.

Printing method used in publishing.

Engravings often adorn old books.

Les gravures agrémentent souvent les livres anciens.

From Latin 'graphura', derived from 'grapho' which means 'to engrave'.

metal engraving

Technique of engraving on a metal surface.

gravure sur métal

etching

Technique of engraving using acid to create lines in the metal.

gravure à l'eau-forte

relief engraving

Technique of engraving that creates a relief effect.

gravure en relief

engraving

The action of engraving; the technique used.

gravure

engraver

Artist who creates engravings.

graveur

writing

Writing, drawing or graphic representation.

graphie

When talking about drawings or illustrations.

These engravings are really stylish and modern.

Ces gravures sont vraiment stylées et modernes.

Refers to very detailed prints.

Look at the engravings, they are impressive!

Regarde les gravures, elles en jettent !