The Society of Scribes and Manuscript Makers

The Society of Scribes and Manuscript Makers was an organization formed in the early 16th century to promote excellence in the art of hand-copying texts during the Renaissance. Its members were skilled scribes, calligraphers, and illuminators dedicated to producing beautiful, accurate manuscripts. The society provided training, set standards for craftsmanship, and fostered collaboration among artisans. While not as prominent today, it symbolizes the importance of craftsmanship and learned societies in preserving and advancing the art of manuscript creation before the widespread use of printing presses.