Philanthropic Capital and the Economics of Patrons Financing Film

Throughout history, patronage has played an important role in the creation of art. Since antiquity, powerful individuals and institutions have sponsored the work of artists, enabling the production of some of history’s greatest cultural achievements. In the ancient world, rulers used patronage to enhance their prestige and create enduring monuments to their power. During the Italian Renaissance, wealthy families funded artists to produce masterpieces and advance political agendas. Patronage began to change in the 19th century as artists gained more independence, but it continues today with governments, organizations, and private individuals sponsoring major works of public art. <a href="https://medium.com/filmhedge/philanthropic-capital-and-the-economics-of-patrons-financing-film-ae7aa3ddfd74">Read More</a>