[a. G. stereochrom (v. Fuchs), f. Gr. στερ-εός solid + χρῶμα color.]
1. = STEREOCHROMY. Also, a picture produced by stereochromy. Also attrib.
1854. Chem. Gaz., XII. 219. The Stereochrome of Fuchs…. The stereochrome is essentially the process of fresco secco invested with the capability of receiving and perpetuating works of the highest artistic character.
1896. Westm. Gaz., 28 May, 7/3. The two great stereochrome pictures by Maclise in the Royal Gallery.
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1875. Ure’s Dict. Arts (ed. 2), III. 911. Stereochrome. A name given to process of stereotyping, the printing of which is effected in colours.
