Cesi (surname)

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Cesi is an Italian surname.

It may refer to the House of Cesi, a noble family of Umbrian origin.

Umbria Region of Italy

Umbria is a region of central Italy. It includes Lake Trasimeno and Marmore Falls, and is crossed by the River Tiber. The regional capital is Perugia. Umbria is known for its landscapes, traditions, history, culinary delights, artistic legacy, and influence on culture.

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Federico Cesi (cardinal) Italian cardinal

Federico Cesi was an Italian Roman Catholic bishop and cardinal.

Paolo Emilio Cesi (1481–1537) was an Italian Roman Catholic cardinal.

Pier Donato Cesi (1521–1586) was an Italian Catholic Cardinal. He is sometimes referred to as Pier Donato Cesi, seniore (senior) to differentiate between him and his relative Pier Donato Cesi iuniore (1583–1656).

Further notable people with the surname include:

Bartolomeo Cesi painter

Bartolomeo Cesi was a painter of the Baroque era of the Bolognese School.

Bartolomeo Cesi was a Roman Catholic prelate who served as Bishop of Narni (1524–1537).

Bartolomeo Cesi (1566–1621) was a Roman Catholic cardinal.


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