apelles

/ˈæpəliːz/

Definitions

1. noun

A pupil of the painter Pamphilus of Rome, and a celebrated artist of the Alexandrian school, especially famous for a painting of Alexander the Great.

“The art historian highlighted Apelles’ work as a prime example of ancient Greek artistry.”

Synonyms

  • artist
  • pupil

Antonyms

  • amateur