chip carving

American  

noun

1. wood carving, usually executed with a knife and characterized by small incisions and simple geometrical patterns.

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Etymology

Origin of chip carving

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

This being so, there is no inherent reason why such a rudimentary form of the art as "chip" carving should not be practised in a way consistent with its true nature and limitations.

From Wood-Carving Design and Workmanship by Lethaby, W. R. (William Richard)

Latterly chip carving became the fashion, as it was then possible to obtain the necessary articles from a German firm through the canteen.

From 'Brother Bosch', an Airman's Escape from Germany by Knight, Gerald Featherstone

A knife or a pair of scissors will do to cut the leather with, though a special knife, called a chip carving knife, is most satisfactory.

From The Boy Mechanic: Volume 1 700 Things for Boys to Do by Popular Mechanics Co.

One of the simplest forms of wood-carving is that known as "chip" carving.

From Wood-Carving Design and Workmanship by Lethaby, W. R. (William Richard)

She and Ulyth pottered together over photography, mounted specimens for the museum, tried new stitches in embroidery, and worked at the same patterns in chip carving.

From For the Sake of the School by Brazil, Angela