Katy Hessel’s new book, ‘The Story of Art without Men’ to be released

Women have long been left out of art history, even though they played a crucial role in shaping it. But a new book by art historian Katy Hessel, to be published in September by Penguin, readdresses this gender imbalance, putting female artists in the spotlight.

The Story of Art Without Men — a plea for overlooked female artists

From Sofonisba Anguissola of the Renaissance to Elsa von Freytag-Loringhoven, who Invented the Readymade, ‘The story of Art without Men’ delves into art forms that have been dismissed just because they were created by women. 

 

The fully-illustrated book takes readers from the beginning of the 1500s to the present day, introducing you to major art history movements from a feminine perspective.

Who is Katy Hessel?

Hessel, who is also a curator and broadcaster, based in London, runs @thegreatwomenartists, an Instagram account that celebrates women artists, which has been listed by British Vogue and the Evening Standard among their best podcasts. She has interviewed major artists including Marina Abramović, Sheila Hicks and Lubaina Himid.