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Line art of Artemisia Gentileschi's pivotal Judith Beheading Holofernes.

Artemisia Gentileschi (1593 – 1656) was an Italian Baroque painter. In an era when women had few opportunities to pursue artistic training or work as professional artists, Artemisia was the first woman to become a member of the Accademia di Arte del Disegno in Florence and had an international clientele.

Artemisia Gentileschi

Artemisia Gentileschi (1593 – 1656) was an Italian Baroque painter. In an era when women had few opportunities to pursue artistic training or work as professional artists, Artemisia was the first woman to become a member of the Accademia di Arte del Disegno in Florence and had an international clientele.

Artemisia Gentileschi (1593 – 1656) was an Italian Baroque painter. In an era when women had few opportunities to pursue artistic training or work as professional artists, Artemisia was the first woman to become a member of the Accademia di Arte del Disegno in Florence and had an international clientele.

Artemisia Gentileschi was a Baroque Badass — and this quote proves it. From feminist art to hanging out with Galileo, we stan.

Artemisia Gentileschi knew Galileo Galilei while she lived in Florence. They probably WEREN'T solving crimes or running for office together, but we can dream right? At least we'll always have her version of Judith Slaying Holofernes, which includes the depiction of blood squirting in accordance with his discovery of the parabolic path of projectiles.

The Italian painter who brought to life many historical and biblical female personalities

Judith and Her Maidservant, Artemisia Lomi Gentileschi, 1618

Artemisia Gentileschi Judith Beheading Holofernes Painting

Artemisia Gentileschi was one of the first female painters known during the Baroque period.

Jael and Sisera, Artemisia Gentileschi, 1620

Judith Slaying Holofernes, Artemisia Gentileschi, 1620