The Century Guild

The Century Guild was an influential British arts and crafts organization founded in 1882 by artists Edward Burne-Jones, Arthur Mackmurdo, and others. It aimed to promote a comprehensive approach to art that combined design, craftsmanship, and social reform. The Guild sought to elevate decorative arts and challenged the divide between fine arts and applied arts, fostering collaboration among artists, designers, and craftsmen. It played a significant role in the Arts and Crafts Movement, advocating for the importance of beauty and artistry in everyday objects, and sought to improve working conditions for artisans in the late 19th century.