Lorenzo Celsi

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Lorenzo Celsi
Coat of arms of Lorenzo Celsi
Doge of Venice
In office
1361–1365
Personal details
Bornc. 1310
Died18 July 1365

Lorenzo Celsi (born Venice, c. 1310 – died there 18 July 1365) was a Venetian statesman who served as the 58th Doge of Venice, from 16 July 1361 until his death.

Biography

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He was the son of a rich Celsi family, and was previously noted for leading a flotilla against Genoa to help preserve Venetian interests. He was married to Marchesina Ghisi.[1] During his reign, Celsi confronted the revolt of St. Tito in Crete, a rebellion that overthrew the official Venetian authorities and attempted to create an independent state. Celsi was succeeded as Doge by Marco Cornaro.

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Political offices
Preceded by Doge of Venice
1361–1365
Succeeded by