Fresco
/ˈfrɛs.koʊ/noun
A technique of mural painting on freshly laid wet plaster.
Did you know?The term 'fresco' comes from Italian, meaning 'fresh', reflecting the technique's reliance on the immediacy of wet plaster to create vibrant colors.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
fresco
“Fresh, cool, or invigorating.”
14th Century
Italian
fresco
“Technique of painting on wet plaster, allowing colors to bond and become part of the wall.”
17th Century
English
fresco
“Adoption of the Italian term into English, maintaining the same artistic context.”
Modern English
English
fresco
“Described both the technique and the artworks created using this method.”