In what ways did the masculinization of art narratives contribute to the repression of women's social roles in European art history?

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Context 1.2 Objectives of the Study 1.3 Research Questions 1.4 Methodology Overview 1.5 Structure of the Thesis 2. Historical Overview of European Art 2.1 Early European Art Traditions 2.2 The Evolution of Art Narratives 2.3 Gender Roles in Historical Contexts 3. Masculinization of Art Narratives 3.1 Defining Masculinization in Art 3.2 Key Figures and Influences 3.3 Institutions and Power Dynamics 4. The Repression of Women in Art 4.1 Societal Expectations of Women 4.2 Female Artists and Marginalization 4.3 Limitations in Artistic Expression 5. Case Studies of Masculinized Narratives 5.1 Renaissance Art Narratives 5.2 Baroque and Neoclassical Influences 5.3 Modern Era Developments 6. Impact on Women’s Social Roles 6.1 Social Implications of Marginalization 6.2 Comparing Art and Social Structures 6.3 Long-Term Effects on Female Artists 7. Re-evaluating Art Historiography 7.1 Challenges to Established Narratives 7.2 Recent Advances in Scholarship 7.3 Methodological Innovations 8. Conclusion 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Implications for Art History 8.3 Recommendations for Future Research