Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
art-patron
noun
/ˈɑːrt ˈpeɪtrən/
Definition
A person who provides financial support or sponsorship to artists or artistic endeavors.
Examples
- The wealthy businessman became a renowned art patron, helping to fund exhibitions and artists in the local community.
- Many famous artists, like Leonardo da Vinci, relied on the support of art patrons to create their masterpieces.
Meaning
An art patron is someone who promotes and supports the arts, often by funding artists or art projects.
Synonyms
- sponsor
- benefactor
- supporter
- philanthropist
