Who were the lords of Carpi?
Alberto and Leonello Pio
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Answer
Alberto and Leonello Pio were the lords of Carpi from 1442 to 1531. They were part of the House of Este, a powerful family that ruled over many parts of Italy for centuries. The Pios were known for their patronage of the arts and their support of the Renaissance.
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