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Elizabeth L'Estrange is an Associate Professor in the History of Art at the University of Birmingham, part of the School of Languages, Cultures, Art History and Music. She specializes in medieval and early modern art, focusing on illuminated manuscripts, book history, and gender studies. Her research examines women's roles as patrons and consumers of visual culture, particularly in French and Burgundian courts. She has held leadership roles, including Deputy Head of School and Director of Undergraduate Studies. Her work bridges art history with gender theory, addressing themes like maternity, power, and identity in pre-modern contexts.
- B.A., M.A., PhD in History of Art from the University of Leeds
- Former postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Liège and the Institute of Advanced Studies in Paris
Her 2023 monograph on Anne de Graville, awarded the Society for the Study of Early Modern Women and Gender’s Book Prize, redefines understanding of women’s contributions to early modern literary and book culture. She also co-edited volumes on medieval gender studies and Mary of Burgundy’s legacy. Awards include the Royal Historical Society fellowship and grants from the British Academy and Leverhulme Trust.
