Francesco Maria II della Rovere
Duke of Urbino, last Duke of Urbino
Duke of Urbino, last Duke of Urbino
1631
395 years ago — 82 years old
Leaders & Politicians
Italy
Duke of Urbino from 1538 until death in 1574, served as a notable patron of the arts and humanism during the Renaissance. Oversaw a court that attracted artists and intellectuals. Maintained political power amidst shifting alliances and conflicts. Continued the lineage and legacy of the Montefeltro family, contributing to the cultural heritage of the region. His reign concluded the era of the independent Duchy of Urbino, which was central to the Italian Renaissance.
Patronized notable artists and scholars
Strengthened the cultural life of Urbino
Was the last ruler of the Duchy of Urbino
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