How Do You Spell NIELLO?

Pronunciation: [nɪˈɛlə͡ʊ] (IPA)

Niello is a word of Italian origin which refers to a black metallic alloy used in decorative art. The spelling of niello is /nɪˈɛləʊ/, where the first syllable is pronounced as "ni" as in "nip", the second syllable is pronounced as "el" as in "bell" and the last syllable is pronounced as "o" as in "go". The spelling follows the English pronunciation rules, where the letters in the word represent the sounds of the word. It is important to spell words correctly in order to convey meaning and avoid confusion.

NIELLO Meaning and Definition

1. Niello is a term that refers to a type of decorative metalwork, particularly in silver, that involves a blackened, inlayed design. Typically, the process of creating niello involves engraving a metal surface, then filling the engraved areas with a black composition made of sulfur, copper, and sometimes lead. This mixture is then fired or heated until the sulfur and other volatile components evaporate, leaving behind a blackish alloy that is harder than the surrounding metal. The effect produced is a pronounced contrast between the darkened, recessed areas and the shiny, polished surface.

   The technique of niello has been used for centuries, with ancient examples dating back to the Roman era. It has often been employed to decorate small objects such as jewelry, snuffboxes, or metal ornaments. Niello work is commonly associated with Europe, especially Russia and Italy, where it became particularly popular during the Renaissance.

   Niello is admired for its striking visual appeal and the level of detail that can be achieved through the engraving and inlaying processes. It represents a skillful combination of metalworking and decorative arts, often requiring a high level of craftsmanship. Today, while niello is not as widely practiced as it once was, examples of niello work can still be found in museums and private collections, as well as being appreciated for its historical significance and aesthetic charm.

2. A species of ornamental engraving resembling damask-work; a specimen of the early fathers of copperplate printing.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for NIELLO

• Nielln

Etymology of NIELLO

The word "niello" comes from the Italian word "nigellum", which originates from the Medieval Latin word "nigellum" or "nigellus". The Latin term "nigellum" means "blackish" or "dark", derived from the Latin word "niger" meaning "black". The word was historically used to refer to a black enamel-like compound made of silver, sulfur, and lead that was used for decorative purposes, specifically in the technique of nielloing. Over time, the term was adopted in various European languages to refer to the technique, the material, or the resulting decoration.

Plural form of NIELLO is NIELLI OR NIELLOS

Conjugate verb Niello

CONDITIONAL

I would niello

you would niello

he/she/it would niello

we would niello

they would niello

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be nielloing

you would be nielloing

he/she/it would be nielloing

we would be nielloing

they would be nielloing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have niello

you would have niello

he/she/it would have niello

we would have niello

they would have niello

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been nielloing

you would have been nielloing

he/she/it would have been nielloing

we would have been nielloing

they would have been nielloing

FUTURE

I will niello

you will niello

he/she/it will niello

we will niello

they will niello

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be nielloing

you will be nielloing

he/she/it will be nielloing

we will be nielloing

they will be nielloing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have nielloed

you will have nielloed

he/she/it will have nielloed

we will have nielloed

they will have nielloed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been nielloing

you will have been nielloing

he/she/it will have been nielloing

we will have been nielloing

they will have been nielloing

IMPERATIVE

you niello

we let´s niello

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to niello

PAST

I nielloed

you nielloed

he/she/it nielloed

we nielloed

they nielloed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was nielloing

you were nielloing

he/she/it was nielloing

we were nielloing

they were nielloing

PAST PARTICIPLE

nielloed

PAST PERFECT

I had nielloed

you had nielloed

he/she/it had nielloed

we had nielloed

they had nielloed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been nielloing

you had been nielloing

he/she/it had been nielloing

we had been nielloing

they had been nielloing

PRESENT

I niello

you niello

he/she/it nielloes

we niello

they niello

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am nielloing

you are nielloing

he/she/it is nielloing

we are nielloing

they are nielloing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

nielloing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have nielloed

you have nielloed

he/she/it has nielloed

we have nielloed

they have nielloed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been nielloing

you have been nielloing

he/she/it has been nielloing

we have been nielloing

they have been nielloing