Ni musas ni sumisas: una revisión de la historia del arte occidental con perspectiva feminista
(Neither muses nor submissive: a review of the history of Western art with a feminist perspective) Book not yet available in English
Summary:
The book challenges gender stereotypes in art, based on Helena Sotoca’s Instagram account ‘Femme Sapiens.’ The work uses sharp humor and a feminist perspective to explore the historical representation of women in culture, questioning beauty standards and female sexuality. Through irony and satire, the author reflects on the lack of recognition for female artists and their scarce presence in museums.
Edited by: Universidade de Vigo
Comment:
It is a critical analysis of the history of art from a feminist perspective. The author questions the invisibility and secondary role of women in artistic creation throughout the centuries, highlighting their contributions and challenging stereotypes.