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Alfonso Duca Ferrara
ALFONSO D ESTE, duca di FERRARA Italian noble, husband of Lucrezia Borgia. Date: 1486-1534
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1486 1534 Alfonso Borgia Duca Este Ferrara Husband Lucrezia Noble
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Alfonso I d'Este, Duke of Ferrara (1486-1534): A Portrait of Power and Ambition This portrait captures Alfonso I d'Este, Duke of Ferrara (1486-1534), an Italian nobleman of the House of Este, in the prime of his life. Born in Ferrara, Italy, in 1476, Alfonso succeeded his father Ercole I as duke in 1505. His reign was marked by political alliances, artistic patronage, and the pursuit of knowledge. Alfonso's marriage to Lucrezia Borgia, the infamous daughter of Pope Alexander VI, in 1502, was a strategic union designed to strengthen his political position. Their union produced seven children, including the future duke, Ercole II. The intrigue and scandal surrounding Lucrezia's family cast a long shadow over Alfonso's rule, but he remained a formidable presence in Italian politics. This portrait, likely created between 1510 and 1520, showcases Alfonso's regal bearing and the refined elegance of the Ferrarese court. The duke wears the robes of the Order of the Golden Spur, a prestigious knighthood, and holds a scepter adorned with the Este family crest. His intense gaze and the intricate details of his attire underscore his power and authority. Alfonso's reign was also a golden age for Ferrara's artistic and intellectual development. He was a patron of the arts, attracting artists such as Titian, Correggio, and Raphael to his court. Alfonso's library, one of the most extensive in Europe, was a testament to his passion for learning and knowledge. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a man who navigated the complex political landscape of Renaissance Italy, leaving a lasting impact on the history of Ferrara and the broader European stage.
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