Caterina Sforza
Lady of Imola and Countess of Forlì
- Lived
- 1463–1509
Updated September 2026
About Caterina Sforza
Caterina Sforza was an Italian noblewoman who ruled as Countess of Forlì and Lady of Imola, initially alongside her husband Girolamo Riario, and later as regent for their son, Ottaviano Riario. She is mentioned in the Florentine Histories written by her contemporary Italian diplomat and political theorist Niccolo Machiavelli.
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