embossment
Raised surface decoration
Embossment is a raised design or pattern on a surface, created by pressing or carving so that it stands out in relief.
The word covers both the process and its result: The embossment on the leather binding gave it an elegant texture.
Embossments appear on stationery, book covers, metal surfaces, and decorative objects.
Sculpture projecting slightly
- raisedLifted higher up
- protrusionPart extending outward
- cameoBrief guest appearance
- medallionLarge decorative disk pendant
plaque · frieze · molding · coinage · seal · crest · monogram · cartouche
Lifted higher up
- tactileOf the touching sense
- dimensionalRelating to measurable extent
- palpablePerceptible to touch or senses
- ridgedHaving raised lines
bumpy · contoured · textured · grooved · patterned · touchable · sculptural · three-dimensional
Decorative additions to something
- adornmentDecorative addition or accessory
- embellishmentDecorative addition or exaggeration
- flourishTo grow vigorously
- motifRecurring thematic element
pattern · scrollwork · filigree · arabesque · border · frame · monogram · insignia
Shaped metal objects
- leatherworkCrafting with treated hides
- papercraftMaking things from paper
- bookbindingAssembling pages into volumes
- stationeryCorrespondence writing materials
cardmaking · artisan · craftsman · handiwork · workmanship · skill · precision · mastery
bas-relief
Sculpture projecting slightly
- raisedLifted higher up
- protrusionPart extending outward
- cameoBrief guest appearance
medallion · plaque · frieze · molding · coinage · seal · crest · monogram · cartouche · escutcheon
raised
Lifted higher up
- tactileOf the touching sense
- dimensionalRelating to measurable extent
- palpablePerceptible to touch or senses
ridged · bumpy · contoured · textured · grooved · patterned · touchable · sculptural · three-dimensional · layered
ornamentation
Decorative additions to something
- adornmentDecorative addition or accessory
- embellishmentDecorative addition or exaggeration
- flourishTo grow vigorously
motif · pattern · scrollwork · filigree · arabesque · border · frame · monogram · insignia · logo
metalwork
Shaped metal objects
- leatherworkCrafting with treated hides
- papercraftMaking things from paper
- bookbindingAssembling pages into volumes
stationery · cardmaking · artisan · craftsman · handiwork · workmanship · skill · precision · mastery · artistry
stamping
Forceful foot motion
- pressingRequiring immediate attention
- hammeringStriking repeatedly with force
- toolingIndustrial machinery preparation
die-cutting · chasing · punching · rolling · molding · casting · forming · impressing · branding · letterpress
- ornamental motifsacanthus, arabesque, fleur-de-lis, floral motif, guilloche
- reliefsbas-relief, high relief, low relief, sunken relief, bas relief
embossmentindentation
Inward cut or setback
impression · incision · recess · depression · intaglio