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So perfect are these alto relievos, that the author of a pamphlet describing them, says that he can liken them to nothing but Brussels lace.

From The Genius of Scotland or Sketches of Scottish Scenery, Literature and Religion by Turnbull, Robert

Saint Antony's body lies in the midst of the principal chapel, which is surrounded with relievos representing his miracles, done in the best manner of the glorious artists of antiquity.

From Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe by Willis, N. Parker

Inside, the walls are decorated with relievos in wood or stone, executed with great spirit and truth.

From Travels in Tartary, Thibet, and China During the years 1844-5-6. Volume 1 [of 2] by Huc, Evariste Regis

This composition made with a comparatively small proportion of water, that it may have the consistence of plastic clay, will form models, busts, statues, basso relievos and similar articles.

From The New England Cook Book, or Young Housekeeper's Guide Being a Collection of the Most Valuable Receipts; Embracing all the Various Branches of Cookery, and Written in a Minute and Methodical Manner by Anonymous

Above the three hollows or chapels that pierce it runs a frieze of ancient relievos, the work of some obscure mediaeval artist.

From The Shadow of the Cathedral by Gillespie, Mrs. W. A.