Francesco Gonzaga, (1466-1519) a famous Italian nobleman and a military commander in the service of the House of Gonzaga. He was born in Mantua, Italy, as the son of Federico I Gonzaga, the marquess of Mantua, and Margherita of Bavaria.
Francesco Gonzaga served as the governor of several cities and provinces, including Milan and Cremona. He fought in several battles, including the Battle of Fornovo and the Battle of Ravenna. He was also a patron of the arts and commissioned works from famous artists such as Andrea Mantegna.
In 1500, Francesco Gonzaga commissioned a portrait of himself from the famous artist Andrea Mantegna. The painting is known as "Portrait of Francesco Gonzaga." The painting shows Gonzaga in rich clothing and a golden helmet. He is depicted as a proud and powerful military commander, with a stern expression on his face.
The portrait of Francesco Gonzaga is considered one of the finest examples of Renaissance portraiture. The attention to detail and the use of light and shadow are all typical of the Renaissance style. The painting is currently held at the Louvre Museum in Paris.
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