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Il capolavoro
A compound word combining 'capo' (head) and 'lavoro' (work). It is used to describe an artist's best or most significant achievement.
Examples in context
Questa scultura è un vero capolavoro del Bernini.
This sculpture is a true masterpiece by Bernini.
Il museo espone il capolavoro del pittore veneziano.
The museum is exhibiting the Venetian painter's masterpiece.
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