Which type of art was considered “women’s work” rather than a craft until recent history?

That would be the work of sewing. For centuries, women were raised only to take care of the house, and to mend or make clothing for other members of the family. The men and boys would hunt and mine to provide money. Back then, the idea of a man sewing was outrageous. But as we see today, well, times have changed.

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