Dinanderie

/ˌdɪnənˈdɜːri/ noun

Definition

Decorative metalwork made of copper and brass, especially items made in the style of medieval Dinant, Belgium.

Etymology

From Dinant, a town in Belgium famous for medieval brass and copper work + '-erie' (French suffix for craft or trade). Named after the historic metalworking center.

Kelly Says

An entire art form is named after one medieval Belgian town—Dinant was so renowned for its brass that 'dinanderie' became the technical term for the entire craft, like calling all champagne 'Champagne.'

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