rompe L'Oeil is a phrase that literally means "fool the eye". Decorative painting techniques are used by the artist with the mix of lights and darks to create an illusion of dimension and depth. Trompe L'Oeil techniques may be used to create the illusion of architectural details, organic materials such as marble and wood, as well as photographically realistic depictions.
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rompe L'Oeil is a phrase that literally means "fool the eye". Decorative painting techniques are used by the artist with the mix of lights and darks to create an illusion of dimension and depth. Trompe L'Oeil techniques may be used to create the illusion of architectural details, organic materials such as marble and wood, as well as photographically realistic depictions. 
