Vanishing Point

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vanishing point

the point to which parallel lines appear to converge in the rendering of perspective, usually on the horizon

vanishing point

In perspective, a point toward which a series of parallel lines seem to converge.

Vanishing Point

the apparent point of intersection of parallel lines in perspective representations. It is located at the intersection of the picture plane and the line of sight parallel to the lines.

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