They were by and large Merchant Princes, nobleman who had gained
concessions to have a monopoly in certain areas of trade. Artistic
patronage was a matter of prestige.
They were by and large Merchant Princes, nobleman who had gained
concessions to have a monopoly in certain areas of trade. Artistic
patronage was a matter of prestige.
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Giles Auty has written:
'The art of self-deception' -- subject(s): Art patronage,
British Art, Creation (Literary, artistic, etc.)