Medici (house)

The Medici house was a powerful and influential Italian family in Florence during the Renaissance. They rose from modest beginnings to become wealthy bankers and merchants, accumulating vast wealth through trade and finance. Their influence extended into politics, arts, and culture, sponsoring artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. The Medici family also played a key role in shaping Florence as a hub of creativity and innovation. Their leadership helped foster the Italian Renaissance, making them one of history’s most notable patrons and political dynasties.