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L'affresco
This noun refers to a mural painting technique common in Italian history. It comes from the word 'fresco' (fresh), indicating the plaster must still be wet when painted.
Examples in context
Dobbiamo restaurare l'affresco nella chiesa antica.
We must restore the fresco in the ancient church.
Giotto è famoso per i suoi affreschi a Padova.
Giotto is famous for his frescoes in Padua.
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