CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2010
| Author | Rothbard, Wojciech Szymon |
|---|---|
| Title | The cultural influence and artistic patronage of Queen Bona Sforza in early 16th century Poland-Lithuania |
| Summary | This thesis examines the various aspects of artistic patronage and cultural influence of Queen Bona Sforza of Poland-Lithuania (1494-1557). While some scholars claim that Bona’s artistic and cultural interests were limited, there is considerable evidence – even in secondary literature – that in fact, both Bona and her husband, King Zygmunt the Jagiellonian had considerable passion for the high arts and they were willing to spend considerable sums of money to acquire tapestries, medallions and jewelry as well as patronize poets and musicians at court. All of this had an influence upon their son, King Zygmunt August, whose interests – especially in tapestries from Flanders – remains legendary. This thesis is based primarily on Polish sources; and through this, it also highlights the fact that scholarship on the Polish Renaissance is still quite sparse. In the end, by examining the effect that Bona and her Italian entourage had on social customs at court, as well as an examination of many fields of artistic endeavor which Bona and the royal family patronized, it is hoped this thesis provides a coherent picture of courtly culture in early 16th century Poland. |
| Supervisor | Szonyi, G.E. |
| Department | History MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2010/rothbard_wojciech-szymon.pdf |
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