1. works of art (such as paintings, sculptures, or decorative objects) executed in multiple colors
2. the art or technique of creating or decorating with multiple colors
Usage: often used in art history and restoration contexts

1. to paint, color, or decorate (something) with multiple colors
Usage: third person singular present or plural form

Examples

• The museum's collection includes several ancient Greek polychromes that showcase vibrant pigmentation.
• Medieval manuscripts often featured elaborate polychromes with gold leaf and rich mineral pigments.
• The artist polychromes the wooden sculpture to bring out its intricate details.
• Restoration experts carefully cleaned the polychromes to reveal their original brilliance.
• The cathedral's interior polychromes the stone walls with religious imagery and decorative patterns.
• These polychromes from the Renaissance period demonstrate the mastery of color blending techniques.