calligrapher
noun
cal·lig·ra·pher
kə-ˈli-grə-fər 
1
: a professional copyist or engrosser
2
: one who practices the art of calligraphy
3
: penman
a fair calligrapher
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a gorgeous copy of the text that was produced by one of the finest calligraphers of the age
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At Shen House, once the lavish residence of Ming dynasty tycoon Shen Wansan, creaking floorboards and moon gates lead to quiet courtyards perfumed with jasmine—while silk threads shimmer in tiny shops, and calligraphers bend over scrolls lit by lantern glow.
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Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Throughout the week immersive activities and workshops will be held by artists and calligraphers.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2025
Meghan wrote to Hirsh in her signature calligraphy, showing off the skill she's honed since working as a calligrapher while an auditioning actor.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Between 1631 and 1648, thousands of master artisans, painters, calligraphers, and masons from across Asia were brought to Agra to construct and embellish the 42-acre complex.
—Gulnaz Khan, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
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Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Throughout the week immersive activities and workshops will be held by artists and calligraphers.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2025
Meghan wrote to Hirsh in her signature calligraphy, showing off the skill she's honed since working as a calligrapher while an auditioning actor.
—Janine Henni, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Between 1631 and 1648, thousands of master artisans, painters, calligraphers, and masons from across Asia were brought to Agra to construct and embellish the 42-acre complex.
—Gulnaz Khan, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Calligrapher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calligrapher. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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