The phrase "venerable artist" refers to an artist who is highly respected, esteemed, and regarded with honor and admiration due to their skill, talent, and significant contributions in their field of art. Full definition
Such venerable artists as Jasper Johns, Brice Marden, Robert Mapplethorpe and Georg Baselitz are on view. (theguardian.com)
This tiny, artist - run space showcases venerable artists established on the New York scene. (timeout.com)
Bringing venerable artists such as Jonas Mekas and Alison Knowles to a younger audience has become something of a modus operandi for the Lower East Side gallery James Fuentes. (artinamericamagazine.com)