Women Artists & Designers at the National Trust

Women Artists & Designers at the National Trust by Rachel Conroy reveals the significant impact of women on the National Trust's collections and the visitor experience at its sites. From the magnificent gardens created by Vita Sackville-West at Sissinghurst to a striking self-portrait by Angelica Kauffman, the elegant, mass-produced ceramics of Susie Cooper, and a model of a Palmyran temple by lady's maid Elizabeth Ratcliffe, this beautifully illustrated book offers a comprehensive exploration of their contributions.

Spanning six centuries, the book takes a closer look at numerous women artists and designers linked to National Trust places or celebrated in its extensive collections. It features both talented amateur artists and renowned professionals who have shaped the art-historical canon. Artists such as Eileen Agar, Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun, Rosalba Carriera, and Barbara Hepworth are highlighted, with a focus on their unique achievements across various disciplines, including garden and interior design, photography, illustration, enamelling, fine art, studio pottery, and textiles.