Sofonisba Anguissola - Renaissance Painter Who Defied Convention Sofonisba Anguissola (1532-1625) stands as a beacon of artistic achievement and feminist courage in the annals of Renaissance Italy. Her story transcends mere biographical detail; it’s a testament to unwavering determination against societal constraints, establishing her as one of the foremost female painters of her era—a pioneer who irrevocably altered perceptions of wo…