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Book SynopsisA sumptuous survey of over 300 women painters and their work spanning almost five centuries
Great Women Painters is a groundbreaking book that reveals a richer and more varied telling of the story of painting. Featuring more than 300 artists from around the world, it includes both well-known women painters from history and today's most exciting rising stars.
Covering nearly 500 years of skill and innovation, this survey continues Phaidon's celebrated The Art Book series and reveals and champions a more diverse history of art, showcasing recently discovered and newly appreciated work and artists throughout its more than 300 pages and images.
Artists featured include: Hilma af Klint, Eileen Agar, Sofonisba Anguissola, Cecily Brown, Leonora Carrington, Mary Cassatt, Elaine de Kooning, Marlene Dumas, Nicole Eisenman, Jadé Fadojutimi, Helen Frankenthaler, Artemisia Gentileschi, Maggi Hambling, Carmen Herrera, Gwen John, Frida Kahlo, Tamara de Lempicka, Agnes Martin, Joan Mitchell, Alice Neel, Plautilla Nelli, Georgia O'Keeffe, Paula Rego, Bridget Riley, Jenny Saville, Dana Schutz, Lee Krasner, Yayoi Kusama
Trade ReviewAs featured in The Sunday Times, The Art Newspaper and Vanity Fair
Included in Glamour's Best Gifts for Women (2022)
Included in The Season's Best Art Books (2022) by Vanity Fair
'The editors have truly built a City of Ladies in this brilliant and much-needed book.' – NY Journal of Books
'Groundbreaking ... a catalyst and inspiration for further study that belongs in every art history collection.' – Booklist
'Will leave you inspired, reignited, and ready to blaze a creative trail of your own.' – Design Milk
'A richly rewarding overview capturing the range, depth, and accomplishments of women painters.' – Library Journal
