Daniele Barbaro
Venetian diplomat and scholar
Born
February 8th, 1514
511 years ago
Died
1570
455 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Italy
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A Venetian churchman and diplomat during the Renaissance, contributions centered around culture and architecture. Served as a bishop in the Diocese of Padua and held significant roles in the Venetian government. Engaged in diplomatic missions, particularly to the papal court. Actively studied and promoted the works of ancient philosophers and theorists, contributing to the understanding of classical texts. Authored influential treatises on architecture and was involved in the planning of the Venetian state’s cultural strategies.
Served as Bishop of Padua
Authored a treatise on Vitruvius
Participated in diplomatic missions
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