Enameller

/ɪˈnæm.ə.lər/ noun

Definition

A person who applies enamel to objects or specializes in enamel work as a craftsperson.

Etymology

From enamel + -er (one who does something). The word developed during the medieval period when enamelling became a prestigious craft, with skilled artisans known as enamellers creating valuable decorative pieces.

Kelly Says

Enamellers are part of an ancient tradition—some famous enamellers of the Renaissance were so valued that kings competed to employ them, and their techniques required 10+ years of apprenticeship to master.

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