Great Women Painters
Books

Great Women Painters offers a transformative look at the history of painting through the lens of women's works across nearly five centuries. Through over 300 artworks by artists from around the world—ranging from historical figures to emerging talents—this book presents a diverse and dynamic narrative of artistic achievement. With vivid reproductions and fresh scholarship, the survey enriches Phaidon's The Art Book series. It challenges traditional narratives, shedding light on newly recognised works and artists whose contributions redefine the landscape of art history, including figures like Hilma af Klint, Eileen Agar, Celily Brown, Elaine de Kooning, and many more.

To enhance the reader's experience, we chose textured canvas paper for the dust jacket and added embossed brushstroke finishes to evoke the tactile quality of the painting. Coupled with high-quality printing techniques, these design choices elevate the visual impact of the artworks, inviting a deeper appreciation of the unique styles and innovative approaches employed by these women artists throughout history.

Lee Krasner, Towards one

Chen Ke, Bauhaus Gal No.12

Overview

Great Women Painters offers a transformative look at the history of painting through the lens of women's works across nearly five centuries. Through over 300 artworks by artists from around the world—ranging from historical figures to emerging talents—this book presents a diverse and dynamic narrative of artistic achievement. With vivid reproductions and fresh scholarship, the survey enriches Phaidon's The Art Book series. It challenges traditional narratives, shedding light on newly recognised works and artists whose contributions redefine the landscape of art history, including figures like Hilma af Klint, Eileen Agar, Celily Brown, Elaine de Kooning, and many more.

To enhance the reader's experience, we chose textured canvas paper for the dust jacket and added embossed brushstroke finishes to evoke the tactile quality of the painting. Coupled with high-quality printing techniques, these design choices elevate the visual impact of the artworks, inviting a deeper appreciation of the unique styles and innovative approaches employed by these women artists throughout history.

Credits

Author: Alison M. Gingeras
Art direction: Astrid Stavro & Alessandro Molent
Design: Astrid Stavro & Alessandro Molent

Fonts

Plantin Pro by Monotype
Euclid Circular A by Swiss Typefaces

Specs

Hardback
290 × 250 mm (11 3/8 × 9 7/8 in)
348 pp