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Il mecenate
Derived from the Roman advisor Maecenas, this word describes a wealthy person who supports artists financially. It is an essential term for understanding historical art funding.
Examples in context
Lorenzo il Magnifico fu un grande mecenate.
Lorenzo the Magnificent was a great patron of the arts.
Senza un mecenate l'artista non poteva lavorare.
Without a patron, the artist could not work.
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