Our Hidden Heritage: Five Centuries of Women Artists

Our Hidden Heritage by Eleanor Tufts is a pioneering and important work that brings long-overdue attention to the overlooked contributions of women artists throughout history. Covering five centuries of artistic production, Tufts introduces readers to women who have often been excluded from the traditional art historical canon — from Sofonisba Anguissola and Artemisia Gentileschi to Mary Cassatt and Georgia O’Keeffe.

Tufts’ thorough scholarship, combined with accessible writing and numerous illustrations, creates a critical resource for anyone interested in women’s contributions to the visual arts. This groundbreaking volume remains an essential reference for feminist art historians, educators, collectors, and general readers alike.

As one of the first comprehensive books dedicated to women artists, Our Hidden Heritage continues to serve as a cornerstone in feminist art studies and gender-inclusive art history courses.