Discuss the role of women in the development of European art from the Renaissance to Realism

Course: Art History 2

You are expected to write a 5 paragraph essay (intro, 3 body, conclusion)!

Prompt: Throughout the course, we have studied works produced by women artists. Discuss the role of women in the development of European art from the Renaissance to Realism. Make explicit reference to 3 works of art, each from a different period.

– Make sure to discuss the role of women in the development of European art from the Renaissance to Realism!! **VERY IMPORTANT**

– MAKE SURE TO MAKE A REFERENCE TO 3 WORKS OF ART, AND THE FEMALE ARTISTS LISTED BELOW!! **VERY IMPORTANT**

– 3 female artists to talk about AND their paintings: Sofonisba Anguissola, Artemisia Gentileschi, Rosa Bonheur **VERY IMPORTANT**

– Paintings you could include:

– Sofonisba Anguissola: Self-Portrait, Artemisia Gentileschi: Judith Slaying Holofernes, Rosa Bonheur: Plowing in the Nivernais (or The First Dressing)

– MLA Format