Isabella d'Este

Italian noblewoman and patron of the arts

Isabella d'Este - Italian noblewoman and patron of the arts
Born

1474
551 years ago

Died

February 13th, 1539
486 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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A prominent figure of the Italian Renaissance, this noblewoman played a significant role in the cultural and political life of Italy. As the Marchioness of Mantua, she used her influence to support artists and intellectuals, creating a notable court that attracted leading figures of the time. An accomplished collector, she amassed a renowned collection of art and was instrumental in the advancement of Renaissance humanism. Her correspondence with prominent artists and thinkers provides valuable insight into the period and showcases her interest in art, literature, and politics.

Patronage of artists like Leonardo da Vinci and raphael

Creation of an influential court in Mantua

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