Sofonisba Anguissola
Illustration inspired by Sofonisba Anguissola, Self-Portrait, 1555, Lancut Museum
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Sofonisba Anguissola (1532-1625) was an influential Italian Renaissance painter. She was revered by her fellow artists including Anthony van Dyck, Michelangelo, and Vasari. Her empowering self portraits encouraged many women of the time to become artists.