sculptor
sculp
ˈskəlp
skēlp
tor
tɜr
tēr
British pronunciation
/skˈʌlptɐ/

Definition & Meaning of "sculptor"in English

Sculptor
01

someone who makes works of art by carving or shaping stone, wood, clay, metal, etc. into different forms

sculptor definition and meaning

Who is a "sculptor"?

A sculptor is an artist who creates three-dimensional works of art using materials like stone, metal, wood, or clay. They carve, shape, or join these materials to create their artistic visions. Sculptors make a wide variety of artworks, ranging from statues and large public works to abstract forms. Their creations can be large or small and are often displayed in galleries, museums, public spaces, or private collections. Sculptors may work independently or be hired to create pieces for specific projects or clients.

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The sculptor meticulously chiseled away at the marble block, transforming it into a lifelike statue of a historical figure.
She admired the skill of the sculptor who crafted the intricate details of the bronze sculpture depicting a mythological creature.
02

a faint southern‑hemisphere constellation introduced by Lacaille, located south of Cetus and bordering Phoenix, containing several dim stars and notable galaxies

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Stargazers in the southern latitudes looked toward Sculptor to spot the faint smudge of the Sculptor Galaxy through the telescope.
Lacaille mapped Sculptor during his Cape of Good Hope observations, naming it after the sculptor's studio he imagined among the stars.
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