The Este family was a prominent Italian Renaissance family from the city of Ferrara. They were one of the most influential families in Italy during the 15th and 16th centuries, and their influence extended to other parts of Europe. The family's most famous members include Lucrezia Borgia, Isabella d'Este, and Alfonso d'Este. The Este family was known for its patronage of the arts, and they were responsible for the construction of many beautiful buildings and monuments in Ferrara.