A pargeter would apply plaster, whitewash, or roughcast to coat building walls, but more especially would raise ornamental figures on both interior and exterior walls. The work was highly skilled and was only performed by registered craft guild members.

What is the meaning of the word Pargeter?

or pargetter (ˈpɑːdʒɪtə) archaic. a plasterer.

What is Pargetting in fireplace?

a lining of mortar or plaster for a chimney flue or the like.