Lorenzo de' Medici was significantly influenced by his grandfather, Cosimo de' Medici, who laid the foundation for the family's power and wealth in Florence. Cosimo's patronage of the arts and Humanism deeply shaped Lorenzo’s worldview, inspiring him to become a prominent patron of artists, philosophers, and scholars during the Italian Renaissance. This mentorship and the cultural environment Cosimo fostered helped Lorenzo develop his own vision for Florence, ultimately transforming it into a vibrant center of art and culture.
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