The House of Montefeltro
In the 208 years they held Urbino, the city thrived, becoming a duchy and a hub of Renaissance and Humanist culture. But who were the Montefeltro, and why did their rule end so suddenly?
The House of Gonzaga
Between 1328 and 1708, the Gonzaga ruled Mantua, an island settlement in the Lombardy, situated in the north of Italy. Their time was filled with political prestige and cultural magnificence, and it all began with a coup d’état.
The House of Medici
Meet the Medici: bankers, patrons, and powerbrokers whose wealth and vision shaped the Italian Renaissance.
Raphael: Homage or Theft?
Considered one of the greatest artists of all time, Raphael is clearly highly influenced by other artists. But where do you draw the line? Where is the line between inspiration, quotation and plagiarism? And was Michelangelo's reaction justified?
