What is the meaning of the furniture term Decalcomania?

Decalcomania is a term used in furniture to refer to a decorative technique that involves applying a thin transfer or decal onto a surface, often glass or porcelain. The decal is created by printing a design onto specially coated paper, which is then soaked in water to release the design. The decal is then carefully applied to the furniture surface and allowed to dry, creating a decorative pattern or image. Decalcomania is commonly used in the production of vintage or retro-style furniture, particularly in the mid-20th century. A picture applied in reverse to paper, then transferred to furniture by sticking and removing the paper. A substitute for painted decoration.