Tomb of Lorenzo de' Medici

The Tomb of Lorenzo de' Medici, also known as Lorenzo the Magnificent, is a funerary monument in the New Sacristy of San Lorenzo in Florence, Italy. Designed by Michelangelo, it was created in the 1520s to honor Lorenzo, a key Renaissance ruler and patron of the arts. The tomb features intricate sculptures and allegorical figures that symbolize virtues and achievements, reflecting Lorenzo’s influence on Florence’s cultural and political life. It is celebrated as a masterpiece of Renaissance art, blending sculpture and architecture to pay tribute to Lorenzo’s legacy and his contribution to Florence’s golden age.