Word Finder - patina

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A paten, flat type of dish

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The colour or incrustation which age and wear give to (mainly metallic) objects; especially, the green rust which covers works of art such as ancient bronzes, coins and medals.

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A green colour, tinted with grey, like that of bronze patina.

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A gloss or superficial layer.

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Of a green colour, tinted with grey, like that of bronze patina.

The Istrian stone of which the edifice is built has taken a fine patina, which makes the whole look like some richly embossed casket in oxidized silver.

There is a cream patina over 100% of the surface.

But after proper treatmenti the former develops a glossy black patina with violet sheen, and the latter shows beautiful shades of grey with silvery lustre.

Great importance has always been attached by Japanese experts to the patina of metal used for artistic chiselling.

The wood has been supplied by James Latham and Co from a sustainable source and has been weathered to give a silvery patina.

Newly sanded wood is shown on the left whilst the right hand side still has a weathered patina showing up black.

Hard lines seem softened by the rich blue patina, evenly applied in soft patches.

This standing male figure is an ancestor figure made from wood of a dark patina.

The lunch counter is wooden, with a beautiful patina of age.

The vessel is covered in a light green patina due to bronze disease.

The rich, natural patina brings out the grain of the.. .

Some of them have no patina and are very fresh, whereas others have the typical brown-black desert patina.

The retouch scars cut the patina suggesting re-working of previously knapped material by later generations.

Age and slight wear in quality previously owned Thomasville furniture can add to the patina of wood and leather, and help create style and ambience in your home.

Log furniture grows more beautiful with time as the wood develops a striking golden patina from use.

It develops a lovely golden colored patina from use, giving it a special warm inviting look.

Heat the bamboo pieces slowly and treat them with several passes of the torch to achieve a rich, dark brown patina.

This means that these seasoned tables will have many decades of beautiful patina built upon their original finishes.

Gel stains or aging waxes can also recreate the look of an antique farmhouse kitchen table by establishing an instant patina.

Copper panels can be installed and allowed to develop a patina, or can be sealed to preserve their flawless appearance.

There are many finishes available ranging from patina to black.

Overtime, materials weather and achieve a patina.

If you don't like the look of the pot rack, you might prefer a patina copper range hood.

Hammered copper sinks that have been given a dark patina are the perfect complement to a stone bathroom or kitchen design.

After this time, you have a choice to make; you can allow the sink to patina naturally or you can freeze the finish.

For example, if you have antique patina finished hardware in your bathroom, then you'll want to repeat this finish in your lighting fixtures.

For those with a little more of a modern or contemporary design style, the de la Frontera Copper Kitchen Sink Double Bowl Patina Finish from VidaVici.com is an ideal buy.

Wooden tops mellow and patina with age, showing the use of the counter.

However, stainless steel is much easier to maintain, less likely to scratch and doesn't patina; use stainless steel in your bar area if you plan on using the sink often.

This black patina that forms over the surface of the silver can spoil a necklaces smooth clean image.

Silver, in particular, oxidizes when it is exposed to air and this deep and dark patina emphasizes the texture of a three dimensional bead.

In addition, its subtle sheen adds a pleasing patina to the garments.

Many saw collectors like old saws because they age to a beautiful patina.

It will not have the same patina or shine that the old ones do.

All these fabrics have a natural patina and are great stand-alone textiles, but they can also be combined for an even greater impact.

The dark patina that appears on the surface of silver can sometimes enhance a design, particularly that on an engraved engagement ring, giving the ring added depth and age.

The soft patina that antique jewelry gets with age is unmatched by any modern polishing process.

A layer of history and patina can make a pearl ring all the more alluring.

The leather on the Au Sultan design is highlighted by a patina effect to give it an incredibly smooth appearance.

This tote is beautifully woven from patina and features leather handles, along with a wooden plaque on which, if you so choose, to put your initials.

The leather will gradually take on a richer patina, making this a piece that will be special for years to come.

This contributes to its understated elegance, and to its timeless nature, because this type of leather develops a richer color, or patina, over time.

The shows rich patina of characters, dramatic events and love stories have kept viewers entertained for decades.

This is why silver develops a dark brown patina as the metal comes into contact with air, moisture and body oils.

In some cases the dark patina that develops in the crevices of silver adds to the overall design and look of the silver piece.

Before choosing to clean a silver piece, consider the beauty of the patina.

Even greater value has always been set upon the patina of iron, and many secret recipes were preserved in artist families for producing the fine, satin-like texture so much admired by all connoisseurs.

Japanese bronze is well suited for castings, not only because of its low melting-point, great fluidity and capacity for taking sharp impressions, but also because it has a particularly smooth surface and readily develops a fine patina.

They may be said to possess a series of bronzes, in which gold and silver replace tin and zinc, all these alloys being characterized by patina having a wonderful range of tint.

The common alloy, Shi-ya-ku-Do, contains 70% of copper and 30% of gold; when exposed to air it becomes coated with a fine black patina, and is much used in Japan for sword ornaments.