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Alvise Pisani | |
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Doge of Venice | |
Reign | 17 January 1735 – 17 June 1741 |
Predecessor | Carlo Ruzzini |
Successor | Pietro Grimani |
Born | Venice, Republic of Venice | 1 January 1664
Died | 17 June 1741 Venice, Republic of Venice | (aged 77)
Spouse | Elena Badoero |
Religion | Roman Catholicism |
Occupation | Diplomat |
Alvise Pisani (1 January 1664 in Venice – 17 June 1741 in Venice) was the 114th Doge of Venice, serving from 17 January 1735 until his death. Born as a member of Pisani family, he was a career diplomat prior to his election, serving as Venice's ambassador to France, Austria, and Spain; he also served as a councilor to previous Doges. He was succeeded as Doge by Pietro Grimani. His dogaressa was Elena Badoero.[1]