Lorenzo Medici (loh-REN-tsoh MEH-dee-chee)
Italian Statesman and Patron
Lorenzo di Piero de' Medici (a.k.a. Lorenzo the Magnificent)
Lorenzo de' Medici, also known as Lorenzo the Magnificent, was an Italian statesman and de facto ruler of the Florentine Republic during the Italian Renaissance. He is remembered for his patronage of the arts and his contribution to the cultural development of Italy. Under his leadership, Florence flourished as a center of art, culture, and politics. Lorenzo was a poet himself and supported the work of notable artists such as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. His policies and patronage significantly contributed to the advancement of the Renaissance in Italy.
Mental characteristics
Sexuality
While historical accounts suggest Lorenzo de' Medici was known for his "libidinous" nature and interest in women, there's also evidence of a strong homoerotic element in his relationships, particularly with his close friend and tutor, Angelo Poliziano, which caused conflict within the family.
Species
Realm
Date of Birth
January 1, 1449
Date of Death
April 9, 1492
Life
1449 CE
1492 CE
43 years old
Circumstances of Death
Complications from acute illness, possibly gangrene
Birthplace
Florence, Republic of Florence (now Italy)
Place of Death
Careggi, Republic of Florence (now Italy)
Children
Sex
Male
Sexuality
Heteroflexible
