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Lay Figure
Noun (Senses):
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a wooden mannequin used by artists to study or sketch the human figure.
Example Sentence: The artist carefully positioned the lay figure to accurately capture the human form in
his painting.
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a person who poses as a model for an artist, especially when learning or practicing drawing the human figure.
Example Sentence: The art class hired a professional lay figure to pose for their figure drawing session.
Noun (Usage):
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The term "lay figure" is most commonly used in the context of fine arts and figure drawing.
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It can also refer to an individual who poses as a model for artistic purposes.
Related Products:
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Wooden Mannequin - When
artists need an accurate reference, a wooden mannequin can be of great help.
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Figure Drawing Book -
Artists often rely on figure drawing books to enhance their skills and techniques.
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