Artists  > Sofonisba Anguissola

Sofonisba Anguissola

An Italian artist known for portraits and self-portraits in informal settings, Anguissola gained international fame and served in the Spanish court.

Dates
c. 1532–1625
Born In
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy
Active In
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy, Spain
Period Culture Style
Renaissance > Italian Renaissance, Spanish and Portuguese Renaissance
Known For
Painting > Portrait painting
Works of Art

Artists  > Sofonisba Anguissola

Sofonisba Anguissola

An Italian artist known for portraits and self-portraits in informal settings, Anguissola gained international fame and served in the Spanish court.

Dates
c. 1532–1625
Born In
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy
Active In
Europe > Southern Europe > Italy, Spain
Period Culture Style
Renaissance > Italian Renaissance, Spanish and Portuguese Renaissance
Known For
Painting > Portrait painting
Works of Art