An accessible, informative yet compact reappraisal of the position and work of women artists from the Middle Ages to the present. It examines the way their work has been perceived in the history of art - often in direct reference to gender - and re-examines the works themselves. A new chapter - with 30 new illustrations - brings the volume right up to date in light of the most recent developments in contemporary art. It considers the prevailing globalization in the visual arts, focusing in particular on the many major international exhibitions since 1990 that have become an important arena for women artists from around the world.
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A richly academic, momentous volume of art history which traces the arduous path that women artists continue to forge. -- ForeWord Magazine, Fall 2002
An ideal source for students and scholars alike. -- Choice
Chadwick opens up whole new ways of thinking about familiar images. -- Women's Art Journal
An ideal source for students and scholars alike. -- Choice
Chadwick opens up whole new ways of thinking about familiar images. -- Women's Art Journal
About the Author
Whitney Chadwick is Professor of Art History at San Frandisco State University. Among her previous books are Women Artists and the Surrealist Movement, Significant Others and Amazons in the Drawing Room: The Art of Romaine Brooks.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Should be required Art History text book,
By Teri Ford (Madison, WI United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Women, Art, and Society (World of Art) (Paperback)
The information in this book should be in every Art History 101 text book, but unfortunately it isn't! It does read like a good text book and there are lots of illustrations (although there could be lots more). Chadwick is in expert in her field. Anyone interested in Art History should know what this book covers...
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Brilliant Study,
This review is from: Women, Art, and Society (World of Art) (Paperback)
This was a brilliant Study that highlights the achievement of often neglected female artists. Chadwick's approach does not only look at the artist themselves, but she delves into their specific works to unveil the mask of what has been viewed with a gender bias eye. It takes a look at art dating back from the middle ages, up until now. Definitely a phenomenal piece and very well written.
If you enjoyed this as much as I have, I would recommend checking out, Who Does She Think She Is? Its a documentary about 5 women who struggle to balance time between artistic expression and practical living in a world where most people cannot name 1 single female artist. Who Does She Think She Is? House Party Kit
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fine classroom text, interesting read,
By Sarah Parker (West Coast) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Women, Art, and Society (World of Art) (Paperback)
Fine classroom text, interesting read:
This book with m. Slatkin's book to assist with organization, are good classroom texts and both excellant reads.
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