The Artisans and Guilds of France by Francois Icher (Author)

The Artisans and Guilds of France by Francois Icher (Author)

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harry N. Abrams; First Edition (May 1, 2000)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 200 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0810943905
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9780810943902
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.45 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.5 x 1 x 12.25 inches

Founded in the Middle Ages, the craftsmen's guilds of France oversaw the stonecutters, plasterers, woodworkers and other skilled artisans who built their country's great cathedrals, chateaux and other monuments. This book brings to life the history and traditions of these organizations.