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An extraordinary quest in Florence. Indiana Jane strikes again: another painting has been salvaged from centuries of decay; another woman artist rescued from oblivion. From the lofty halls of the Uffizi to the attic storerooms of the Pitti Palace, Jane Fortune leads the reader on a quest whose aim is the restoration, recuperation and rediscovery of famous or unknown works by women artists in Florence's museums. In a city of indisputable masters, Fortune opens a window on the trials and triumphs of remarkable women whose lives and works remain an unfamiliar but fascinating part of Florence s cultural heritage. With historical episodes and modern-day milestones, Invisible Women is a celebration of creativity, a protest against indifference, a race against time and a daring dream for the future. This book was made into a PBS documentary called 'Invisible Women', produced by WFYI Productions from Indianapolis, and was aired on American public television (Public Broadcasting Service) in 2013. The documentary won an Emmy award as the Best Documentary in the Cultural/Historical Program category. Proceeds from the sale of the book go to the Advancing Women Artists Foundation to fund the restoration of works of art by women.
