gilder

• Artisan dont le métier consiste à appliquer une fine couche d'or ou de dorure sur une surface.

A person whose occupation is to apply a thin layer of gold or gilt to a surface.

1. Gold leaf artisanC1formal

   A skilled worker who applies thin layers of gold or gold-colored material onto surfaces, such as frames, furniture, or picture frames.

   doreur (artisan appliquant des feuilles d'or)

   • The gilder carefully laid the gold leaf onto the antique mirror frame.
   • An experienced gilder is essential for restoring the ornate ceiling in the palace.
   • She apprenticed under a master gilder to learn the traditional techniques.