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Isabella d'Este
Patron of the arts, political leader, and a significant figure of the Italian Renaissance.
Sofonisba Anguissola
Pioneering female Renaissance artist known for her portraits.
Caterina Sforza
Italian noblewoman who was a leader, warrior, and patron of the arts during the Renaissance.
Lucrezia Borgia
Daughter of Pope Alexander VI; her life has inspired numerous books and operas.
Artemisia Gentileschi
Baroque painter known for her powerful and expressive interpretations of biblical and mythological stories.
Laura Bassi
First woman to earn a PhD in science and the second woman to earn a PhD in Europe; became a professor at the University of Bologna.
Elisabetta Sirani
Productive Baroque artist who opened her own art studio and school for other female artists.
Elisabeth of Bohemia
Philosopher and correspondent of Descartes, noted for her contributions to the Cartesian philosophy.
Christine de Pizan
Medieval author who wrote about women's rights and was Europe's first professional female writer.
Veronica Franco
Venetian courtesan who was also a poet and writer, representing the intellectual and artistic vigor of her time.
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