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3 March 2020

Ascanio Sforza – Cardinal

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Borgia pope’s ally used his power to benefit Milan Cardinal Ascanio Sforza has been described as Machiavellian in his diplomatic skill...
18 February 2018

Blessed Fra Angelico – painter

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Talented Friar became patron of Catholic artists A detail from a Luca Signorelli fresco in Orvieto cathedral, thought to represent...
1 December 2017

Lorenzo Ghiberti – sculptor

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Goldsmith renowned for 'Gates of Paradise' The baptistry doors known as 'The Gates of Paradise'  Sculptor, goldsmith...
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