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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Mimi Montgomery, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024
The Magnum decanter is suspended inside a metal frame with a portrait of Richard Hennessy behind it, designed by French calligrapher Nicolas Ouchenir, that reflects through the amber liquid inside.
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In addition to their roles as calligraphers, Aisha’s family also safeguards a legendary and dangerous book belonging to the caliph.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 17 May 2024
Born into a family of calligraphers, Aisha would much rather work as a pyrotechnic artist on the popular fireworks displays used to celebrate all manner of important occasions.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 17 May 2024
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Mimi Montgomery, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024
The Magnum decanter is suspended inside a metal frame with a portrait of Richard Hennessy behind it, designed by French calligrapher Nicolas Ouchenir, that reflects through the amber liquid inside.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 17 June 2024
In addition to their roles as calligraphers, Aisha’s family also safeguards a legendary and dangerous book belonging to the caliph.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 17 May 2024
Born into a family of calligraphers, Aisha would much rather work as a pyrotechnic artist on the popular fireworks displays used to celebrate all manner of important occasions.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 17 May 2024
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“Calligrapher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/calligrapher. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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