niellist
/niˈɛlɪst/
noun
- An artist or craftsperson who works with niello, a black metallic alloy used to fill engraved designs on metal, especially silver or gold.
- The niellist carefully applied the black alloy into the engraved grooves of the silver plate.
- The museum displayed a collection of jewelry made by a famous Renaissance niellist.
- She trained for years to become a skilled niellist, mastering the delicate art of inlaying metal.
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