Assertion: gesso | /r/ObjectUse | used as base
Facets:
value: for decorative gilding
type: PURPOSE
value: commonly
type: TEMPORAL
value: for embellishing
type: PURPOSE
value: during the 18th century
type: TEMPORAL
Source sentences:
text: During the 18th century, it was commonly used as a base for decorative gilding or otherwise embellishing carved woodwork, such as picture frames or furniture.