Definition

A decorative technique in glassmaking that creates patterns using colorful glass rods, which are fused together and then sliced to reveal intricate designs.

Example

The artist showcased her millefiori glass vase at the exhibition, which was admired for its vibrant colors and unique patterns.

Conversation

Have you ever seen those beautiful millefiori glass pieces?

Yes! They have such vibrant colors and patterns.

I love how each piece is unique because of the millefiori technique.

Exactly, it’s like a tiny work of art you can hold in your hand.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Millefiori** → It is formed from "mille" (from Italian, meaning thousand) and "fiori" (from Italian, meaning flowers). The word "millefiori" refers to a glasswork technique that produces a pattern of many flowers, hence the name thousand flowers.

Memory Tip

Imagine a beautiful glass piece with a pattern of 'thousands' ('mille') of 'flowers' ('fiori') — that's what millefiori represents.

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