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2012-03-23
Public domain in the USA.
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Sparrow, Walter Shaw
1862
1940
Shaw-Sparrow, Walter
Sparrow, W. Shaw (Walter Shaw)
Women Painters of the World
From the Time of Caterina Vigri, 1413-1463, to Rosa Bonheur and the Present Day
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_Painters_of_the_World
Women painters in Italy since the fifteenth century / Walter Shaw Sparrow -- Early British women painters / Walter Shaw Sparrow -- Modern British women painters / Ralph Peacock -- Women painters in the United States of America / Walter Shaw Sparrow -- Of women painters in France / Léonce Bénédite, translated into English by Edgar Preston -- Women painters in Belgium and in Holland / N. Jany, translated into English by Edgar Preston -- Women painters in Germany and Austria, in Russia, Switzerland and Spain / Wilhelm Schölermann, translated into English by Wilfrid Sparroy -- Some Finnish women painters / Helena Westermarck.
E-text prepared by Delphine Lettau, Matthew Wheaton, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
"Women Painters of the World" by Walter Shaw Sparrow is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to document the contributions of women artists in painting throughout history, from the time of Caterina Vigri in the 15th century up to contemporary figures like Rosa Bonheur. It delves into the lives, styles, and works of various female painters across different cultures and time periods, showcasing their artistic achievements in a male-dominated field. The opening portion of the book sets a reflective tone, discussing the nature of genius and its connection to gender. Sparrow argues for the invaluable contributions of women artists, emphasizing the unique qualities they bring to the art world, such as emotional depth and maternal insight. He mentions early female painters, including Caterina Vigri, and outlines the historical context that shaped women's roles in art, pointing out the gradual evolution of their opportunities and recognition. This preface encapsulates the book's intent to celebrate and acknowledge the significance of women in the history of painting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Painting -- History
Women painters -- Biography
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Category: History - Other
Category: Art
Category: Gender & Sexuality Studies
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