How Isabella d’Este’s collection reflects women’s patronage during the Renaissance

by Lauren Rickert
Isabella d'Este was a respected art patron during the Italian Renaissance. There were aspects of life where men and women could not interact, but collecting art was one area where women could participate alongside men. d'Este used her patronage as a way for her to show she was educated. d'Este’s collections ranged from paintings to sculptures to ceramics, however her ceramic maiolica best reflects d'Este's education and role as a woman patron.
Major: 
Art History, Communication Arts and Sciences
Exhibition Category: 
Arts and Humanities (including Visual Arts)
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Naomi Pitamber
Poster Number: 
16021