FAQ About Rosa Bonheur
What challenges did Rosa Bonheur face as a female artist in the 19th century?
As a female artist in the 19th century, Rosa Bonheur faced significant challenges such as limited access to artistic training and exhibitions, societal biases against women in professional roles, and restrictions against women visiting places like livestock markets. Despite these obstacles, she obtained special permission from the French government to wear pants, which allowed her to work more freely in environments that were considered inappropriate for women at the time.
