Answer:
Option: C. royal patronage of the arts.
Step-by-step explanation:
The French Splendid Century and the Spanish Golden Century were the periods of flourish in arts and literature. The Splendid Century began in the 17th century in France. Enormous painting work along with sculptures and drawing done during that period in the reign of Louis XIV. He was a greatest patron of art in France.
The Spanish Golden Century began during the Habsburg dynasty. They considered being the patron of art for centuries. During this period, not only art but music and literature prospered in Spain.