Women in Art Timeline

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  • 1151

    "Scivias"

    "Scivias"
    Hildegard of Bingen Hildegard's illuminations in "Scivias" combine theological symbolism with vibrant colors, reflecting the medieval manuscript tradition and her visionary experiences.
  • 1180

    "Hortus Deliciarum"

    "Hortus Deliciarum"
    Herrad of Landsberg The illustrated encyclopedia "Hortus Deliciarum" integrates educational content with richly detailed and colorful illuminations, emphasizing the medieval approach to didactic art.
  • 1555

    "The Chess Game"

    "The Chess Game"
    Sofonisba Anguissola Anguissola's portrait "The Chess Game" is notable for its naturalism and the depiction of intimate, everyday scenes, highlighting the Renaissance focus on individual expression and realism.

  • "Judith Slaying Holofernes"

    "Judith Slaying Holofernes"
    Artemisia Gentileschi Gentileschi’s dramatic use of chiaroscuro and her portrayal of strong, dynamic female figures reflect the Baroque style's emphasis on emotion and movement. 1614–1620

  • "The Proposition"

    "The Proposition"
    Judith Leyster Leyster's genre painting "The Proposition" showcases her adept use of light and shadow, as well as her ability to capture everyday life, aligning with the Dutch Golden Age’s interest in domestic scenes.

  • "Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium"

    "Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium"
    Maria Sibylla Merian Merian’s detailed scientific illustrations in "Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium" bridge art and science, illustrating the natural world's beauty and complexity with precision.

  • "Cornelia, Mother of the Gracchi"

    "Cornelia, Mother of the Gracchi"
    Angelica Kauffman Kauffman’s Neoclassical work "Cornelia, Mother of the Gracchi" focuses on historical and moral themes, characterized by clarity, order, and classical idealism.

  • "Marie Antoinette and Her Children"

    "Marie Antoinette and Her Children"
    Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun Vigée Le Brun’s portraits exemplify the Rococo style with their elegance, grace, and attention to detail, capturing the opulence and refinement of the French court.

  • "The Horse Fair"

    "The Horse Fair"
    Rosa Bonheur Bonheur’s realistic and dynamic depiction of animals in "The Horse Fair" showcases her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to convey movement and vitality, reflecting the Realist style.

  • "The Child's Bath"

    "The Child's Bath"
    Mary Cassatt Cassatt’s Impressionist work "The Child's Bath" highlights her focus on domestic life and the intimate bond between mother and child, using loose brushwork and a light color palette.

  • "The Weavers"

    "The Weavers"
    Käthe Kollwitz Kollwitz’s "The Weavers" is an example of her expressionist style, using powerful imagery and stark contrasts to depict social struggles and human suffering.

  • "Electric Prisms"

    "Electric Prisms"
    Sonia Delaunay Delaunay’s abstract work "Electric Prisms" exemplifies Orphism, characterized by bright colors and geometric shapes, focusing on the rhythmic and dynamic aspects of modern life.

  • "Black Iris III"

    "Black Iris III"
    Georgia O'Keeffe O’Keeffe’s "Black Iris III" features bold, close-up floral abstractions, reflecting her modernist approach and exploration of natural forms and their symbolic meanings.

  • "The Seasons"

    "The Seasons"
    Lee Krasner Krasner’s abstract expressionist painting "The Seasons" is notable for its vibrant colors and energetic composition, representing emotional intensity and spontaneity.

  • "Untitled Film Stills"

    "Untitled Film Stills"
    Cindy Sherman Sherman’s "Untitled Film Stills" series uses photography to challenge and deconstruct stereotypes, exploring identity, gender roles, and the nature of representation in art. 1977–1980

  • "Infinity Mirrored Room – The Souls of Millions of Light Years Away"

    "Infinity Mirrored Room – The Souls of Millions of Light Years Away"
    Yayoi Kusama Kusama’s "Infinity Mirrored Room" installations create immersive experiences with endless reflections and lights, exploring themes of infinity, self-obliteration, and the cosmos.