Guild of Arts and Crafts

The Guild of Arts and Crafts was an organization formed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that promoted high-quality handmade craftsmanship and design. It aimed to elevate decorative arts such as textiles, ceramics, furniture, and metalwork, emphasizing skilled effort over mass production. By bringing artisans and designers together, the guild sought to preserve traditional techniques, foster innovation, and ensure artistic integrity. It played a key role in the Arts and Crafts Movement, which valued beauty, utility, and craftsmanship in everyday created objects, ultimately influencing modern design and craftsmanship standards.