Daily Archives: October 13, 2024

My review of “Mistress of Montmartre A Life of Suzanne Valadon” by June Rose

Suzanne Valadon, (1865-1938) born  Marie-Clémentine Valadon, was unique: as a woman and an artist. She was the illegitimate daughter of a seamstress who earned her living as an acrobat and model.  Her natural talent as an artist was spotted when … Continue reading

Posted in biography, book review, feminism, Uncategorized, women, working class history | Leave a comment