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Sample of a wrought-iron window grille designed by ornamental ironworkers in the 15th century.

Ornamental ironworkers learned their trades as apprentices, and upon finishing became members of the craft guild--a precursor to the craft unions of the 19th century.


Photo courtesy of International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers.

 
 
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