The Art Workers' Guild Manifesto

The Art Workers' Guild Manifesto, established in 1884, advocates for the value of craftsmanship and artistic integrity in the face of industrialization. It emphasizes collaboration among artists, craftsmen, and designers to ensure quality and beauty in their work. The manifesto promotes the idea that art and design should enrich everyday life and encourages a return to traditional skills and methods. Ultimately, it seeks to elevate the status of artisans and to foster a community that prioritizes creativity and the importance of the arts in society.