Alfonso I d'Este
Duke of Ferrara; patron of the arts
Born
July 21st, 1476
549 years ago
Died
1534
491 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Italy
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Born in 1476, served as Duke of Ferrara from 1505 until death in 1534. Known for extensive patronage of the arts, fostering cultural development in the Renaissance period. Commissioned works from renowned artists such as Titian and had an important role in incorporating humanism in court activities. Strengthened the political power of Ferrara through strategic marriages, including to Lucrezia Borgia, and managed to maintain Ferrara's autonomy amidst the changing political landscape of Italy.
Patronized artists like Titian
Married Lucrezia Borgia
Strengthened Ferrara's political power
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