sculptor

noun

sculp·​tor ˈskəlp-tər How to pronounce sculptor (audio)
: an artist who makes sculptures

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For the inaugural edition, Albarrán and Bourdais partnered with two other leading Spanish galleries—Juana de Aizpuru in Madrid and Àngels in Barcelona—to present nine works by major artists, including the French sculptor Christian Boltanski and Colombia’s Iván Argote. Siobhan Reid, Robb Report, 7 Sep. 2025 Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom announced Sunday that Burton would be posthumously inducted into the California Hall of Fame in December, joining 166 other figures important to California’s history, including conservationist John Muir and sculptor Ruth Asawa. Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 7 Sep. 2025 All around are works by Belgian painter and sculptor Renato Nicolodi, juxtaposed with furniture by Ann Demeulemeester, Jorge Zalszupin and Middernacht & Alexander. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025 Named in honor of Alexander Calder (1898-1976), the most acclaimed and influential sculptor of the 20th century and a native Philadelphian, Calder Gardens will be a place for art, culture, environmental awareness, and introspection. Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sculptor

Word History

Etymology

Latin, from sculpere

First Known Use

1634, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sculptor was in 1634

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“Sculptor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sculptor. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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sculptor

noun
sculp·​tor ˈskəlp-tər How to pronounce sculptor (audio)
: a person who makes sculptures

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