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![]() Women are the creators of life. Throughout history, they have been depicted as goddesses, mothers, maidens, lovers, as well as servants, witches, and prostitutes. The manner in which women are represented in art gives us insight to their role in that society, and the beliefs of the society itself. This site attempts to give a brief overview of how the female figure is depicted in the artworks of various cultures in the pre-rennassaince era. |