Water Gilding ALL0-9ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ« Back to Glossary IndexTags: Frames, Gilding, Historic FramesThe process of applying a thin layer of gold on the surface of a solid base. The gilt surface can be polished to achieve a high reflective sheen or can be given a matte finish. Related Glossary Terms: AgateOil Gilding« Back to Glossary Index