Artwork era discrimination refers to the bias or prejudice against art from specific historical periods, styles, or movements. This can manifest in various ways:1. Canonical bias: Favoring established, well-known artists and artworks over lesser-known or marginalized ones.2. Period bias: Preferring art from certain eras, such as Renaissance or Modern Art, over others.3. Stylistic bias: Favoring specific art styles, like abstract or realism, over others.4. Cultural bias: Prioritizing Western art over non-Western or indigenous art.5. Temporal bias: Valuing contemporary art over historical art or vice versa.Examples:1. Dismissing medieval art as "primitive"2. Overlooking female artists in favor of male counterparts3. Undervaluing folk or naive art4. Ignoring art from non-Western cultures5. Disregarding contemporary art as "not real art"Consequences:1. Limited art historical narratives2. Marginalization of underrepresented artists3. Lack of diversity in art exhibitions and collections4. Inaccurate art market valuations5. Missed opportunities for artistic innovationTo combat artwork era discrimination:1. Inclusive curating and exhibition practices2. Diversify art historical narratives3. Promote underrepresented artists4. Encourage interdisciplinary approaches5. Foster critical thinking and contextual understandingNotable initiatives:1. The Guerrilla Girls (challenging gender bias)2. The Black Arts Movement (promoting African American art)3. The Indigenous Arts Program (supporting Native American art)4. The Queer Art Movement (celebrating LGBTQ+ art)5. Digital platforms showcasing diverse artBy recognizing and addressing artwork era discrimination, we can:1. Enrich art historical understanding2. Foster inclusivity and diversity3. Promote artistic innovation4. Encourage critical thinking5. Celebrate the richness of art across eras and cultures