sculpture circles; the sculpture world
Refers to the community, industry, or social sphere of sculptors and sculpture-related activities.
He is highly regarded in sculpture circles.
We discussed new trends in the sculpture world.
彫刻家 means a sculptor (individual), whereas 彫刻界 refers to the collective sphere or circles of sculpture.
Compound of 彫刻 (sculpture) and 界 (world, circles).