ABSTRACT
Rosalba Carriera (1673–1757) was the most celebrated woman artist in eighteenth-century Europe. Working in the inherently fragile medium of pastel she was always concerned for the well-being of her creations. The 350th anniversary of her birth (2023) created an opportunity to celebrate her life and work. Together with the substantial documentation of her career, the study of many of her pastels unframed has allowed a focus on Rosalba’s technique and enabled new conclusions about her working practice. This essay will follow Rosalba’s footsteps, from her Venetian residence to the European courts for which her pastels were destined.
