Fullfaces

/ˈfʊlˌfeɪsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of fullface; multiple depictions or representations of faces shown completely from the front.

Etymology

Simple plural form of 'fullface,' following standard English pluralization rules by adding '-es' to words ending in '-ce' sounds.

Kelly Says

When you look at medieval manuscripts, you notice many depictions use full-face views because profile was harder to draw accurately—this tells us something about the artist's skill level and the period's artistic conventions.

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