Career
He was also a condottiero, and lord of Pavia. Ruler of Pavia from 1315, five years later he was podestà of Vigevano, where he erected the castle that is still visible. In 1323, along with all his family, he was excommunicated with the charge of heresy.
The charges of heresy and excommunication were later withdrawn and he became a Papal Vicar in 1341.
Luchino Visconti was a patron of both music and literature, having invited Petrarch to Milan. He was a capable military commander and lord, but was also famous for his cruel behaviour.
In January 1349 he discovered Isabella"s unfaithful behaviour, and announced for her a terrible punishment. The infidelities of Isabella were used by him and his relatives to oust Luchino Novello from the heritage.