1. works of art, especially paintings or carved panels, placed above or behind an altar in a church
Usage: plural of altarpiece

Examples

• The cathedral displayed several magnificent altarpieces from the Renaissance period.
• Medieval altarpieces often depicted scenes from the life of Christ.
• The museum’s collection includes altarpieces by famous Italian masters.
• Many altarpieces were commissioned by wealthy patrons to decorate their family chapels.
• The restoration team carefully cleaned the damaged altarpieces.
• Gothic altarpieces typically featured intricate wooden carvings and gold leaf.
• Some altarpieces consist of multiple panels that tell a religious story.