List of women artists in the Armory Show facts for kids

Armory Show poster, 1913

The Armory Show was a huge art exhibition that happened in New York City in 1913. It was a really important event because it showed modern art to Americans for the first time. Before this show, most American art was very realistic, like looking at a photograph. But the Armory Show brought in new, exciting styles from Europe and the United States.

Many talented women artists from America and Europe had their artwork displayed in the Armory Show. Out of about 300 artists, a large number were women. Their contributions were very important, even though some of them were not as well-known later on. This list helps remember these amazing women and their art.

What Was the Armory Show?

The Armory Show was officially called the International Exhibition of Modern Art. It was put together by a group called the Association of American Painters and Sculptors. The show opened on February 17, 1913, at the 69th Regiment Armory building in New York City. It ran until March 15.

This show was a game-changer for American art. It introduced New Yorkers to modern art, which was very different from the realistic art they were used to. The Armory Show inspired American artists to be more creative and develop their own unique art styles.

Amazing Women Artists of the Show

Florence Howell Barkley, Landscape over the City, 1910-1911

Marion H. Beckett, Portrait of Mrs. Eduard J. Steichen

Mary Cassatt, Mère et enfant (Reine Lefebre and Margot before a Window), c.1902

Katherine Sophie Dreier, The Blue Bowl, 1911

Katherine Sophie Dreier, Landscape with Figures in Woods or The Avenue, Holland, ca. 1911–12.

Mary Foote, Old Lady

Anne Goldthwaite, The Church on the Hill, ca. 1910-1911

Gwen John, Girl Reading at the Window

Hilda Ward, The Kennels, pastel, 1910

The Armory Show featured about 50 women artists. Thirty of these women were invited to show their work. Another twenty women had their art chosen by a special committee. Many of these artists are now being recognized for their important role in developing American modern art.

Here is a list of the women artists who exhibited their work in the 1913 Armory Show:

Artworks by Women Artists

Many different types of artworks were shown at the Armory Show. Here are some of the pieces created by the women artists:

Images for kids

Here are some of the artworks that were shown at the Armory Show.

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  Edith Dimock, Sweat Shop Girls in the Country, ca. 1913, watercolor, gouache, and charcoal on paper

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  Edith Dimock, Three Women, ca. 1913, watercolor, gouache, and charcoal on paper

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  Edith Dimock, Florist, ca. 1913, watercolor, gouache, and charcoal on paper

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  Edith Dimock, Bridal Shop, ca. 1913, watercolor, gouache, and charcoal on paper

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  Edith Dimock, Fine Fruits, ca. 1913, watercolor, gouache, and charcoal on paper

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  Edith Dimock, Mother and Daughter, ca. 1913, watercolor, gouache, and charcoal on paper

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  Mary Cassatt, Mère et enfant, 1890

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  Florence Dreyfous, Mildred, ca. 1910-1913

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  Florence Esté, The First Snow, watercolor, ca. 1909

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  Marie Laurencin, La Toilette des jeunes filles (Die Jungen Damen), 1911

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  Josephine Paddock, Swan on the Grass, 1910

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  Josephine Paddock, Swan Study - Aspiration, 1910

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  Josephine Paddock, Swan Study - Peace, 1910

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  Mary C. Rogers, Portrait, 1911

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  Hilda Ward, The Hounds, 1910

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  Edith Woodman Burroughs, Portrait of John Bigelow, ca. 1910

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  Nessa Cohen, Sunrise, bronze, exhibited at the 1913 International Exhibition of Modern Art

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  Abastenia St. Leger Eberle, The White Slave, ca. 1913

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  Ethel Myers, The Matron, bronze statuette

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  Ethel Myers,The Gambler, Joe Johnson, bronze statuette

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  Ethel Myers,The Fifth Avenue Girl, bronze statuette

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  Ethel Myers, Fifth Avenue Gossips

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  Ethel Myers, The Apprentice from Madison Avenue

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  Ethel Myers, Fifth Avenue Girl.

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  Ethel Myers, Portrait of Mrs. D. M., bronze statuette