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Period: 476 to
Women in Art from middle ages till now
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1413
Saint Catherine of Bologna
Italian nun and artist. "Madonna of the peach" a painting that shows the Madonna and Child in a intimate setting.The Madonna is portrayed holding the infant while the child reaches out for a peach, symbolizing sweetness, and the bounty of nature.The peach can represent various themes, the sweetness of divine grace. The painting reflects her devotion to religion and her artistic talent. The Madonna's displays maternal warmth and grace.The painting also reflects the importance of faith and family. -
1555
Sofanisba Anguissola
She was an Italian painter born around 1532 in Cremona Italy. She is known for her portraits. Trained by Bernardino Campi a prominent painter of the time. One of her famous works is "The Chess Game”. This painting shows a group of young women playing chess, displaying Anguissola's skill in capturing natural poses and expressions. The physical aspect displays the women in the painting as graceful, intellectual, and refined with their clothing and hairstyles. And reflects the time frame well. -
Artemisia Gentileschi: Susanna e i Vecchioni
Artemisia Gentileschi was an Italian Baroque painter known for her powerful depictions of female characters from mythology, history, and biblical narratives. This painting is a powerful interpretation of the biblical story of Susanna. Susanna is depicted as a young woman bathing in a garden. Two elderly men in the background, watching her. The contrast between her vulnerability and the elders' gaze creates a tense scene. Portrayal of Susanna is notable for realism and emotional depth -
Clara Peeters: Still Life with Flowers, Goblet, Dried Fruit, and Pretzels
Clara Peeters was a Flemish Baroque painter known for her still life paintings, particularly of food, flowers, and table settings. The painting is a beautifully executed still life painting showing her ability to capture textures reflections and details with precision. Notable for its arrangement of objects and the artist's attention to realism. She skillfully uses light and shadow to create a sense dimensionality.