The distinction between art and craft has been shaped by historical access, with art traditionally created by the elite while craft, being practical, has broader participation.
Art is intended to provoke thought and feelings, while craft serves practical purposes, yet societal biases often undervalue work from women and lower classes.
The disparity in perception of worth raises questions about value assigned to creations by women and the working-class versus traditional artistic works by men.
Understanding why a cushion is appraised less than a painting, despite its utility, unearths biases in how society views art and craft and their respective makers.
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