Medici Video Quiz -- Part 1

Brunnelesci developed linear perspective, which revolutionized the way that space is rendered, making a two dimensional image appear more three dimensional.

The Medici always favored Brunnelesci over Donnatello.

Cosimo d'Medici was generally a conservative thinker who always supported the official views of the church.

Brunnelesci was both a great painter and architect.

The Medici family were the kings of Florence beginning in the early 1400s.

How did the Medici gain their wealth?

The Medici supported new projects in art and architecture mainly because it enhanced their image as a powerful family.

Although conservative in his approach, Donatello's sculpture of David was immediately and enthusiastically accepted by the Florentine public as a great artistic achievement.