Art and Power: How the d\u27Este Family Ruled Renaissance Ferrara

During the Renaissance, the d\u27Este family ruled the Northern Italian city of Ferrara. To make up for their modest land holdings, the d\u27Este chose to exert influence and control over Italian politics through artistic patronage. The court of Ferrara became known for its beauty, intelligence, and sophistication. All the dukes of Ferrara contributed to the city\u27s cultural significance, and elevated Ferrara as one of the dominant cities on the Italian peninsula