Ludovico Sforza
Ludovico Sforza, also known as Ludovico il Moro, was the Duke of Milan from 1494 to 1498 and a significant patron of the arts during the Renaissance. He commissioned notable works from Leonardo da Vinci, including the famous painting in the Sala delle Asse at Sforza Castle. Historical accounts suggest that Sforza constructed secret tunnels to maintain access to the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie, where his wife was buried.
Born on Jul 25, 1452 (572 years old)
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Ludovico Sforza commissioned 'The Last Supper' over 500 years ago.
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Italy:
Duke Ludovico Sforza used a hidden tunnel to visit the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie.
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Romania:
Duke Ludovico Sforza is believed to have used one of the tunnels to reach the tomb of his wife, Beatrice d'Este.
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Ukraine:
Ludovico Sforza was the duke for whom Leonardo da Vinci worked at the end of the 15th century, creating designs for fortifications similar to the castle passages.
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Ludovico Sforza was the duke of Milan from 1494 to 1498.
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