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Artemisia Gentileschi, Italian painter (died 1653)

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Artemisia Gentileschi

Italian painter (1593–1650s)

Artemisia Lomi Gentileschi was an Italian Baroque painter. Gentileschi is considered among the most accomplished 17th-century artists, initially working in the style of Caravaggio. She was producing professional work by the age of 15. In an era when women had few opportunities…
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July 8

Day of the year

July 8 is the 189th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 176 days remain until the end of the year.
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