Plural form of arricciato; multiple layers or examples of the textured plaster used in fresco preparation.
Italian plural of 'arricciato.' This specialized art historical term maintains the Italian plural form in English academic and conservation contexts.
Analyzing the arricciatos in damaged Renaissance paintings reveals how old Masters solved technical problems—different regions show variations in aggregate size and texture, teaching conservators how to authentically repair damaged frescoes.
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