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Ferrara School of Painting
In the 13—16th centuries, the d’Este family ruled the Duchy of Ferrara. They were famous for their passionate love for “non-standard” painting beyond the pale of the established canons. From the time of Duke Leonello, the rulers encouraged innovative artists, invited them to live at court, and paid for the costs of improving their talents. This is how the Ferrara school of painting was formed…