How the Medici Shaped the Renaissance | Lorenzo the Magnificent (Lecture 5)

Lecture 5: The subject of this lesson is Lorenzo de’ Medici, who eventually became known as Lorenzo the Magnificent. Born in 1449, he was the eldest son of Piero di Cosimo de’ Medici and Lucrezia Tornabuoni.

Delve into the early life of Lorenzo, the most celebrated of the Medici, where he excelled as a poet, author, and diplomat. Grasp how Lorenzo skillfully balanced his obligations to the state with his love of art, family, and fine living. Witness his ascent to become chief advisor to Florence’s government, and the political trials that led to a conspiracy and attempt on his life.

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