Art Patron Collection

Portrait of Frederick Richard Leyland, 1879 (coloured chalks on paper)
PNH468070 Portrait of Frederick Richard Leyland, 1879 (coloured chalks on paper) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 64x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Cosimo studies the taking of Siena, 1563-1565. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Cosimo studies the taking of Siena, 1563-1565. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Portrait of a Young Woman, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
CHT225264 Portrait of a Young Woman, c.1900 (oil on canvas) by Dagnan-Bouveret, Pascal Adolphe Jean (1852-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: probably Comtesse Martine de Behague)

Tomb of Filippo Strozzi (1428-91) in the Strozzi Chapel, 1491-95 (marble)
BEN208700 Tomb of Filippo Strozzi (1428-91) in the Strozzi Chapel, 1491-95 (marble) by Benedetto da Maiano (1442-97); Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Italian

Portrait of Prince Vyacheslav Tenishev, 1896
BOO73507 Portrait of Prince Vyacheslav Tenishev, 1896 by Bonnat, Leon Joseph Florentin (1833-1922); 119.5x92 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; French, out of copyright

Felipe de Guevara, 1531 (oil on panel)
877276 Felipe de Guevara, 1531 (oil on panel) by Vermeyen, Jan Cornelisz (1500-59); 55.9x47.6 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo (1522-1562), wife of Grand Duke Cosimo I de Medici. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo (1522?1562), c. 1560. Artist: Allori, Alessandro (1535-1607)
Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo (1522?1562), c. 1560. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Garzia de? Medici. Artist: Bronzino, Agnolo (1503-1572)
Garzia de? Medici. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Grand Duke of Tuscany Cosimo I de Medici (1519-1574), 1555-1562. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Grand Duke of Tuscany Cosimo I de Medici (1519-1574), 1555-1562. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Giovanni and Garzia de Medici, 1556-1558. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Giovanni and Garzia de Medici, 1556-1558. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Apotheosis of Cosimo I de Medici, 1563-1565. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Apotheosis of Cosimo I de Medici, 1563-1565. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Portrait of Grand Duke of Tuscany Cosimo I de Medici (1519-1574) in armour, ca 1545. Found in the collection of the Art Gallery of New South Wales

Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo with her son Giovanni, ca 1545. Artist: Bronzino, Agnolo (1503-1572)
Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo with her son Giovanni, ca 1545. Found in the collection of the Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Cosimo di Giovanni de Medici, 1389 - 1464. Florenitine banker, businessman, politician and art patron. After a print by Friedrich Wilhelm Bollinger from a work by Annibale Carracci

Madame Arthur Fontaine Marie Escudier born 1865
Artokoloro

XJF1127543; out of copyright

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"Art Patron: A Glimpse into the World of Renaissance Masterpieces" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of art patronage, where influential figures shaped the course of artistic history. From exquisite portraits to grand architectural marvels, these patrons played a pivotal role in nurturing and supporting the talents of renowned artists. One such example is Frederick Richard Leyland, immortalized in a stunning portrait created by an unknown artist in 1879. The delicate strokes of coloured chalks on paper capture Leyland's essence, reflecting his status as a prominent figure within the art community. Travel further back to witness Cosimo I de Medici donning armor with regal poise. Painted by Giorgio Vasari, this masterpiece showcases not only Cosimo's power but also Vasari's exceptional skill as an artist. Similarly, Vasari depicts Giovanni and Garzia de Medici during their reign, offering us a glimpse into their lives through his brushstrokes. Venture beyond portraiture to explore other forms of patronage. Marvel at Filippo Strozzi's magnificent tomb sculpted from marble—a testament to his wealth and influence during the Renaissance era. This intricate work stands as a symbol of Strozzi's lasting legacy. The allure continues with Alessandro Allori's portrayal of Eleanor of Toledo—an elegant woman whose beauty captivated both her husband Grand Duke Cosimo I de Medici and subsequent generations who beheld her image on canvas. Noteworthy too is Felipe de Guevara’s oil-on-panel depiction that exudes sophistication while Agnolo Bronzino captures Garzia de’ Medici’s enigmatic charm—both testaments to their respective patrons' discerning taste for fine artistry. Through these masterpieces commissioned by passionate patrons like Leyland or members of the illustrious House of Medici, we gain insight into an era when art flourished under generous sponsorship.