Elisabetta Gonzaga (1471-1526) was an Italian noblewoman from the prominent Gonzaga family of Mantua. She became the Duchess of Urbino through her marriage to Francesco Maria della Rovere, the Duke of Urbino. Known for her intelligence and cultural patronage, Elisabetta played a significant role in the Renaissance court. As a patron of the arts, Elisabetta supported various artists and intellectuals, contributing to the cultural development of her time. Her court became a center for Renaissance culture, attracting notable figures such as Baldassare Castiglione, who wrote "The Book of the Courtier," reflecting the ideals of her court.