MUSES. WE CREATED ART

Discover the fascinating stories of women behind the greatest works of art. Who were these mysterious figures who inspired artists to create unforgettable masterpieces? Was The Kiss the only declaration of love Klimt made to Emilie? Who was the drowning Ophelia? Without whom would Picasso's Guernica not have been created? Why did Francis Bacon fall in love with a burglar? What connects Frida Kahlo and Beyoncé? And for whom did Salvador Dali buy a castle?

• Inspiring stories of muses who changed the world of art
• Behind the scenes stories of scandals and passions
• A new perspective on well-known masterpieces
• Discovering the identity of forgotten heroines
• A journey through eras, from the Renaissance to the present
• Learning the secrets of the creative process

The book "Muses. We Created Art" is an extraordinary journey through the world of art, shown from the perspective of women who inspired the greatest artists. Ruth Millington reveals behind-the-scenes stories to us, shedding new light on paintings and giving their heroes a voice. It is a story about passion, scandals and passions that are hidden behind the scenes of famous works.

Get to know the stories of muses who inspired artists from Leonardo da Vinci to the authors of "Vogue" covers. What was so special about them that the greatest geniuses could not create without them? And why are they anonymous to us today, even though they once meant so much? It was they who sparked scandals, artists lost their heads and fortunes for them, and their names were on the lips of gossips. This is a story of art from the other, perhaps even more interesting side.

Ruth Millington, the author of the book, is an art historian and curator specializing in portraits of women. Her research sheds new light on the role of women in art history, showing their influence on the work of the greatest artists. "Muses. We Created Art" is a fascinating read for all lovers of art, history and women's stories.

Even about the greatest masterpieces, not everything has been told yet. This book is an invitation to discover unknown stories and look at art from a new perspective. See how much we owe to the muses who inspired artists to create unforgettable works.