Question

3. How does de Medici describe Rome? What warnings does he give his son about people who Giovanni would probably meet?

Answer 1

The correct answer to this open question is the following.

We are talking about a prominent member of the Medici family, Lorenzo de Medici, in Florence, one of the most powerful city-states in Italy during the Renaissance times.

Lorenzo de Medici was a powerful man, respected by all the citizens. Indeed, his presence and actions made him be known as "the Magnificent," in Florence. He described Rome as an important religious, political and artistic center. The Medici family was well known for the support they gave to many painters, sculptors, and artists, to create beautiful pieces of art during the Renaissance.

When his son Giovani de Medici was appointed as Cardinal in 1489, Lorenzo wrote a letter to him, sharing important pieces of advice. The son only had 14 years old when he became Cardinal of the Catholic Church. Lorenzo wrote in his letter to warn Giovani about temptations. The Father warned the son to be cautious with excess, vicious, and decadence.

Answer 2

Cosimo di Giovanni de' Medici was part of the House of Medici which was the prominent leaders in the city of Florence during the Renaissance period. De Medici described Rome as a growing religious and political power in Italy during the Era of Enlightenment.