Diptych
/ˈdɪptɪk/noun
A pair of hinged paintings or carved panels, which are often used as a set.
The diptych in the museum portrayed a king and queen side by side.
Often appears as...
- medieval diptych
- illustrate a diptych
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Art Context
Diptych is often used in discussing classical, medieval, and Renaissance art forms.
The tour guide explained that this diptych dates back to the Byzantine period.
Pro Tip 2/3Physical Connection
In its original sense, diptychs are physically connected, like a book.
She admired how the diptych panels opened smoothly on their hinges.
Pro Tip 3/3Matching Set
The two parts of a diptych are designed to complement or relate to each other closely.
Each painting in the diptych depicted the seasons of winter and summer.
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