Achille Maramotti was an Italian entrepreneur and art collector who founded the high-fashion house Max Mara in 1951. With a focus on high-quality, ready-to-wear clothing, he transformed the Italian fashion landscape, making designer style accessible to a wider audience. Maramotti was also a passionate collector of contemporary art, amassing a significant private collection now housed in the Collezione Maramotti. His legacy is one of visionary business acumen combined with a deep appreciation for culture and the arts.