The journeyman years, also known as Wanderjahre, is a traditional European practice where craftsmen travel for several years after completing their apprenticeship. This tradition, rooted in medieval times, allows craftsmen to deepen their skills in various crafts, such as stonemasonry, roofing, metalworking, woodcarving, carpentry, joinery, and even specialized crafts like millinery and musical instrument making. The journeyman years serve as a rite of passage for craftsmen, allowing them to expand their knowledge and experience different styles, techniques, and regional variations. The emphasis on travel allows craftsmen to observe diverse architectural styles, artistic influences, and cultural practices, fostering creativity and problem-solving abilities. The journeyman years also provide a platform for personal growth and self-discovery, as craftsmen from various disciplines participate in the journeyman years. This tradition is an integral part of the cultural heritage of France, Scandinavia, Britain, and the German-speaking countries and is recognised as an intangible heritage by UNESCO in some European countries.
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6 окт 2024
