The final character of a sculptural surface produced by tools, abrasives, polishing, patination, or deliberate retention of working marks.
Finish describes the final treatment and visual character of a sculpture’s surface. In stone it may range from point or tooth-chisel texture through rubbed, honed, and polished surfaces; in bronze it includes chasing and patination. Finish is an artistic decision as well as a technical stage.
Etymology
English, from Old French finir, 'to complete.'