Sculptural works created by cutting away material from wood, stone, or other substances. Objects shaped through the removal of material rather than addition.
From Old English 'ceorfan' meaning 'to cut, carve', related to Old High German 'kerban'. The '-ing' suffix creates the gerund form, with '-s' making it plural for the finished products.
Carving is the art of revelation - sculptors often speak of discovering the form already hidden within the material. This subtractive art form contrasts beautifully with additive arts like painting or pottery.
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