Social pressures limtied the development of female artists during the renaissance, however the notable exception is Artemesia Gentilischi (1593-1653) who developed her own powerful and dramatic style.
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Social pressures limtied the development of female artists during the renaissance, however the notable exception is Artemesia Gentilischi (1593-1653) who developed her own powerful and dramatic style.