Artemisia Gentileschi

Artemisia Gentileschi, born in 1593 in Rome and died in 1656 in Naples, was an Italian painter known for her religious and historical scenes. Her works are celebrated for their dramatic compositions and use of color, capturing the essence of Baroque spirituality and emotion. Influenced by the Italian Baroque tradition and her father Orazio Gentileschi, Artemisia's technique involved a dynamic and expressive approach to composition and color, conveying the intensity and depth of her subjects. Her career was marked by her ability to depict the elegance and drama of her era, making her a celebrated figure in 17th-century Italian painting.