Marcantonio Memmo

Marcantonio belonged to the family of the old Venetian nobility with the solid heritage.

He was interested in trading activities and maritime affairs in which he made a fortune. As a prominent citizen Marcantonio held the offices of the provveditore, podesta and the procurator of San Marco, which was the second most prestigious appointment in the Republic. In 1606 he was one of the candidates for election of doge, but because of his affiliation to an “old” nobility he lost in favor of Leonardo Donato. However, he won the post in 1612, and the great festivals were organized to celebrate his election to the most prestigious function in the Republic. He held this office only for a few years as he died in 1615.