Publisher's Synopsis
""Isabella D'Este, Marchioness of Mantua 1474-1539 V1: A Study of the Renaissance"" by Julia Cartwright is a biographical account of Isabella D'Este, a prominent figure during the Italian Renaissance. The book explores her life, achievements, and influence in the fields of art, politics, and culture. Isabella was a patron of the arts and a collector of paintings, sculptures, and manuscripts. She was also a diplomat, negotiating political alliances and treaties on behalf of her husband, the Marquis of Mantua. The book delves into her relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. Through her story, the book provides a glimpse into the cultural and political landscape of Renaissance Italy. This is the first volume in a two-part series on Isabella D'Este.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
