Cecilia Gallerani - Death and Legacy

Death and Legacy

Cecilia died on an unknown date in 1536. She was allegedly buried in the Carminati family tomb in the Church of San Zavedro.

Bandello described her as a patron of the arts. According to others, hers was the first salon in Europe.

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