Battuto Grinding that leaves a large “scoop”. The surface looks as though it has been beaten or hammered. |
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Inciso Incisions cut in varying depths with a grinding wheel and consisting of a straight line or lines. Diamond point engraving was introduced to Murano for the first time by Vincenzo d'Angelo in 1534. |
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Nastro The surface of the piece is polished with the sandpaper. |
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Onda A deep diamond cut which leaves a wave effect. |
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Sema A small, narrow, football-like indentation that looks like a “seed”. |
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Serveo Light grinding done with a wheel with diamond powder. It gives a matte, textured effect to the surface. |
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Taconi e Tagi Big deep spots and cuts. |
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Velato A very soft surface grinding to obtain a glazed look. It may also be referred to as “light batutto”. |
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