195, to the old artificer who could make men "believe" instead of merely "fancy" that what he presented to them was real, refers especially to the Greek painter Zeuxis; but it is suggested by the generally realistic character of Greek art.
"A Handbook to the Works of Browning (6th ed.)"
Mrs. Sutherland Orr
It is, in short, familiarity with its exercise that imparts confidence to the philosopher, decision to the legislator, dexterity to the artificer, and perfection to the artist.
"A Practical Enquiry into the Philosophy of Education"
James Gall
But thanks be to modern skill in surgery, and to the discoverer of chloroform; for by these the operations are performed quickly and without the least sensation, until the poor brave awakes with the painful consciousness of the loss of limbs, which no artificer can fully replace.
"Three Years in the Federal Cavalry"
Willard Glazier