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What is a circular painting called?
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A circular painting is called a "tondo" (from the Italian "rotondo", round). The word is used mainly for large artworks. Tiny round paintings may be called "medallions".
La ChrysomeleFebruary 23, 2021
"Tondo" is a circular picture or painting. A renaissance term for a circular painting coming from the Italian "rotunda", round. Can also be called a roundel.

Glenn Green GalleriesFebruary 24, 2021
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