jan 1, 1556 - Sofonisba Anguissola, creates "Self-Portrait"
Description:
The medallion is inscribed in Latin: “The maiden Sofonisba Anguissola, depicted by her own hand, from a mirror, at Cremona.” The medallion was first introduced by Romans to display portrait effigies of people of importance, like kings. She depicted herself as a king.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1556
Now
~ 469 years ago