noun
- plural of limner; artists or painters, especially those who paint portraits or create detailed illustrations
Usage: often used in historical or artistic contexts; can refer to skilled portrait painters or illustrators
Examples
- The museum featured works by colonial American limners from the 18th century.
- Medieval limners decorated manuscripts with intricate gold leaf and vibrant pigments.
- Portrait limners were highly valued members of society during the Renaissance.
- The exhibition showcased the techniques of master limners who specialized in miniature paintings.
- Early American limners often traveled from town to town to paint family portraits.
- These skilled limners captured the essence of their subjects with remarkable detail.