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Repoussé
Extracted from the Wikipedia article Repoussé and chasing.
Repoussé (French:) or repoussage () is a metalworking technique in which a malleable metal is shaped by hammering from the reverse side to create a design in low relief. Chasing (French: ciselure) or embossing is a similar technique in which the piece is hammered on the front side, sinking the metal. The two techniques are often used in conjunction.