Brotherhood of the Painters

The Brotherhood of the Painters, also known as the Painter's Guild, was a professional organization of painters and decorators, primarily active in historical Europe and North America. It aimed to regulate trade standards, ensure quality workmanship, and protect members' interests. Such brotherhoods often established training programs, set price guidelines, and sometimes controlled entry into the profession. They played a key role in maintaining craftsmanship integrity and advocating for workers’ rights within the trade. Over time, these guilds evolved or dissolved as modern labor organizations and regulations replaced their functions.