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The House of Gonzaga (US: / ɡ ə n ˈ z ɑː ɡ ə, ɡ ɒ n-,-ˈ z æ ɡ-/, Italian: [ɡonˈdzaːɡa]) is an Italian princely family that ruled Mantua in Lombardy, northern Italy from 1328 to 1708 (first as a captaincy-general, then margraviate, and finally duchy).
- 1328; 695 years ago
The House of Gonzaga is an Italian princely family that ruled Mantua in Lombardy, northern Italy from 1328 to 1708. They also ruled Monferrato in Piedmont and Nevers in France, as well as many other lesser fiefs throughout Europe. The family includes a saint, twelve cardinals and fourteen bishops.
- Ludovico I Gonzaga
- Francesco I Gonzaga
- Gianfrancesco I Gonzaga
- Ludovico III Gonzaga
- Federico II Gonzaga
- Isabella d’Este
- The Gonzaga’s Cultural Heritage in Mantua
A skillful combatant, open-minded, and extremely rich, Ludovico I Gonzaga (1268 - 1360) is the founder of the Gonzaga family. Born in Mantua, he ousted Rinaldo Bonacolsi in 1328, replacing him as capitano generale and becoming the first capitano del popoloof Mantua; he was later appointed imperial vicar. In 1349, Ludovico hosted poet Francesco Petr...
Francesco I Gonzaga (1366 – 1407) ruled Mantua from 1382 to 1407. During that time, he led a policy of balance between the nearby powers of Venice and the Visconti of Milan. He is remembered as the builder of the Castle of San Giorgio, the nucleus of the Ducal Palace of Mantua, the Gothic façade of the city cathedral, and the bell tower of the Basi...
Gianfrancesco I Gonzaga (1395 – 1444), the son of Francesco I, was the first Gonzaga to bear the title of marquess, which he obtained from Emperor Sigismund in 1433. During his reign, the dominion of the city over the surrounding territories expanded, while numerous artists and intellectuals, such as famous humanist Vittorino da Feltre and painter ...
Ludovico III Gonzaga of Mantua (1412 – 1478) was the ruler of Mantua from 1444 until his death in 1478. His education was entrusted to the humanist Vittorino da Feltre. This most likely explains Ludovico III’s concern for humanistic culture and the growth in public works throughout the city, from the paving of the streets and building of a clock to...
Federico II Gonzaga (1500 – 1540) was ruler of Mantua, first as Marquis, later as Duke from 1519 until his death in 1540. He is the commissioner of Palazzo Te, his summer palace just outside Mantua designed and decorated by Giulio Romano. He was also celebrated by Ludovico Ariosto in his masterwork Orlando Furioso. [Photo: the ceiling frescoes of P...
While not an ‘original’ Gonzaga, Isabella d'Este (1474 - 1539) married into the family and is worth mentioning because she was one of the most influential women of the Renaissanceand of the Italian cultural world of her time. She married Francesco II Gonzaga in 1490 at age 15, became Marquess of Mantua and served as the regent of the city during th...
Mantua is usually overlooked by visitors in favor of Verona and Venice, who miss out on its centro storico(old town), declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site. The Gonzaga ruling made Mantua one of the main artistic, cultural, and musical hubs of Northern Italy and Europe. This is evident in the city’s architectural treasures, works of art, elegant...
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Gonzaga, House of. T he Gonzaga family ruled the Italian city-state of Mantua throughout the Renaissance. Its first leader, Luigi I, seized power in the city in 1328. The Gonzaga were signori (lords) of Mantua until 1433, when the Holy Roman Emperor* gave them the title of marquis.
The House of Gonzaga were a noble family that ruled Mantua in Northern Italy from 1328 to 1708. They also ruled Monferrato in Piedmont, Nevers in France, and also many other lesser fiefs in Italy and Europe. Among their members was a saint, twelve cardinals and fourteen bishops of the Catholic Church .
Gonzaga Dynasty, Italian dynasty whose heads ruled Mantua from 1328 to 1707 and also Montferrat, with the stronghold of Casale, from 1536 to 1707. Their origins are uncertain, but by the 12th century the Corradi family of Gonzaga were established as members of the feudal gentry owning estates near.
Aug 16, 2020 · By Olivia Longueville In Tudor & Renaissance Blog Posted August 16, 2020 0 Comment (s) Ludovico I Gonzaga. On the 16th of 1328, the famous Italian House of Gonzaga seized power in the Duchy of Mantua, and ruled until 1708. Starting from the 12th century, the family was growing their wealth, becoming a dominant one in Mantua.
