Post by :: Pandie :: on Jun 14, 2009 12:11:33 GMT -5
Guilds are an important part of life. A higher social status can be achieved through guild membership and Guild members are supported by the Guild if they became sick. There are two main kinds of guilds - merchant guilds and craft guilds. A man would have to work through three phases to become an elite member of a Guild:
Apprentice - A Guild Apprentice is sent to work for a 'Master' in the beginning. The Apprenticeship lasts between 5 and 9 weeks depending on the trade. During this time the apprentice receives no wages - just his board, lodging and training.
Journeyman - A Guild Journeyman is paid for his labour. During this time the Journeyman can create his 'Masterpiece', in his own time, which he will present to the Guild as evidence of his craftsmanship in the hope of being accepted as a 'Master'. It is difficult to reach the status of 'Master' and much depend on the Journeyman's standing and acceptance by the top members of the Guild
Master - A Guild Master craftsman can set up his own workshop and train his own apprentices.
Apprentice - A Guild Apprentice is sent to work for a 'Master' in the beginning. The Apprenticeship lasts between 5 and 9 weeks depending on the trade. During this time the apprentice receives no wages - just his board, lodging and training.
Journeyman - A Guild Journeyman is paid for his labour. During this time the Journeyman can create his 'Masterpiece', in his own time, which he will present to the Guild as evidence of his craftsmanship in the hope of being accepted as a 'Master'. It is difficult to reach the status of 'Master' and much depend on the Journeyman's standing and acceptance by the top members of the Guild
Master - A Guild Master craftsman can set up his own workshop and train his own apprentices.
