Angelica Kauffman: Art, Music and Poetry

Guest post by Ellice Wu, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Angelica Kauffman, Self-Portrait, c. 1770–75. Oil on canvas, 74 x 61 cm. Ramsbury Manor Foundation. 2024 is shaping up to be a great year for exhibitions on women artists—and certainly no less...

An Introduction to Minnie Jane Hardman

Guest post by Hannah Lyons, Curator of the Art Collection, the University of Reading Feature image. Bust-length portrait of a young woman, head turned to the right, by Minnie Jane Hardman, c. 1884–89. The University of Reading Art Collection. On 13 March 1883, the...

Angelica Kauffman: Grace and Strength

Guest post by Anita Viola Sganzerla, Curator Angelica Kauffman RA (1741–1807) was one of the most distinguished and successful women artists of her time. Educated, talented, sophisticated, attractive, she charmed the art world, fellow artists, and patrons alike. From...