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Beatrice d'Este

Type Figure Region Italy Time 1475–1497 Also known as Duchess of Milan

Beatrice d'Este (1475–1497), princess of the Este family of Ferrara, married Ludovico Sforza, Duke of Milan, in 1491 and became one of the most strik…

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  1. 1475–1490Ferrara · FerraraTogether with her sister Isabella she grew up in the humanist court of Ferrara, receiving a classical education and training in courtly etiquette in preparation for a political marriage.
  2. 1491–1494Milan · MilanIn 1491 she held a grand wedding with Ludovico Sforza, becoming hostess of the Sforza court; she presided over lavish festivals and banquets, raising Milan's international prestige as a Renaissance center.
  3. 1494–1497Milan · MilanAfter the French invasion of Italy she continued to exert influence in court diplomacy and society; she died in childbirth in 1497, depriving the Milanese court of its important hostess, after which Ludovico's political position grew increasingly difficult.

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