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Axonometric projection

Scope note

Historically, has meant projection in which projectors are parallel, and at least one of the three spatial axes is inclined to the plane of projection. In modern architectural parlance, sometimes used only for strictly orthographic project ion with the object tilted to the plane.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300069662

Broader Terms used

parallel projection

Term used for

projection, axonometric

Created

13yrs ago

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