Diptych (Noun)
Meaning
A painting or carving (especially an altarpiece) on two panels (usually hinged like a book).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The medieval altarpiece, a diptych on wooden panels, depicted the Annunciation in exquisite detail.
- A local artist's diptych, created as a tribute to the town's history, now hangs proudly in the town hall.
- The art museum's latest acquisition was an intricately carved diptych from the Renaissance era.
- To protect the delicate surface, the curator carefully closed the diptych, ensuring it remained in pristine condition.
- A diptych created by a renowned painter in the Baroque style, was the main exhibit at the art show.