Diorama

[,daɪə'rɑːmə] or [,daɪə'rɑmə]

Definition

(n.) A mode of scenic representation, invented by Daguerre and Bouton, in which a painting is seen from a distance through a large opening. By a combination of transparent and opaque painting, and of transmitted and reflected light, and by contrivances such as screens and shutters, much diversity of scenic effect is produced.

(n.) A building used for such an exhibition.

Editor: Olivia

Definition

n. an exhibition of pictures illuminated and viewed through an opening in the wall of a darkened chamber.—adj. Dioram′ic.

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