HST 271L Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Spanish Armada, Calvinism, Lutheranism
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Famous for his sculpture, david and painting on the ceiling of the sistine. Famous for building the dome on the florence cathedral. Used his wealth to promote the fine arts. When faced with conspiracy against him, he was attacked, his brother was killed and his loyal followers killed the conspirators. Cosimo medici: center of florentine life, chief art patron and collector, one of the wealthiest men in europe. Famous for mona lisa and the last supper. Began working at a workshop at age 14, to expose him to theoretical and technical training. His works marked the high renaissance in rome. Painter and architect during the high renaissance. Became center of the renaissance for 30 years. Always informed about possible uprisings so they could prepare to crush them. Credited with invention of secret police and information gathering agencies. Present day venice is representative of its glory years. Monks were the first to compose music and spread it through italy.
