The early 20th century was a time of great change in Ireland from the 1916 Rising to the formation of the Free State to the declaration of the Republic. This escape from the colonial past was in ways mirrored at the time by the women’s liberation movement where a break from constrictive gendered traditions was enacted. Interestingly this spirit of rebellion was simultaneously expressed in the overturning of the rules and traditions in Western art. This course will examine the fascinating intersection of these three historically significant breaks with the past by looking at the art created by women artists in Ireland and abroad during the period 1910-1970, and will include the work of Estella Solomons, Mainie Jellet, Evie Hone, Mary Swanzy and Eileen Gray. Invited experts will also contribute to the course, and further details will be available closer to the time.