Malatesta Novello was an Italian nobleman and a member of the influential Malatesta family during the 15th century. He ruled the city of Rimini from 1429 until his death in 1465. Known for his patronage of the arts, he played a significant role in the cultural development of the region. Under his leadership, Rimini became a center for Renaissance art and architecture. Malatesta Novello commissioned several important works, including the construction of the Tempio Malatestiano, a church that reflects the architectural innovations of the time. His reign is often associated with a flourishing of culture and civic pride.