Traditional Artisan Industries

Definition

Traditional artisan industries refer to small-scale crafts or trades that rely on skilled workers producing handmade or custom-made goods. These industries often have deep-rooted cultural traditions and craftsmanship passed down through generations.

Related terms

Cottage industry: A form of decentralized manufacturing where individuals or families produce goods at home or small workshops for sale.

Guilds: Associations or organizations formed by artisans during medieval times that controlled trade practices, set standards for quality, protected members' interests, and provided training for apprentices.

Handicrafts: Goods produced manually with skillful craftsmanship, typically made with traditional tools or methods rather than machinery.