Botticelli's 'The Adoration of the Magi'

In 1469, Sandro Botticelli was commissioned by Gaspare del Lama to paint 'The Adoration of the Magi.' Botticelli's work featured the Medici family and himself, reflecting the social dynamics of Florence. The painting symbolized the Medici's power and Botticelli's ambition to elevate his status among the elite. It also marked a shift in how artists were perceived, from craftsmen to influential figures.

Who commissioned Sandro Botticelli to paint an altar piece in 1469?

• A famous artist

• A member of the Medici family

• A religious leader

• A wealthy money changer

What was Botticelli's innovative choice for the setting of the painting?

• A grand palace

• A Roman ruin

• A bustling marketplace

• A lush garden

Who is depicted on the right side of the painting, pointing at himself?

• Gaspare del Lama

• Sandro Botticelli

• Lorenzo de' Medici

• Cosimo de' Medici

What was the profession of Gaspare del Lama before he became wealthy?

• A merchant

• A banker

• A barber

• A painter

Which family members are represented as the Three Wise Men in the painting?

• The Gonzaga family

• The Medici family

• The Sforza family

• The Borgia family

What does the painting suggest about the Medici legacy?

• It is solely based on wealth

• It is fragile and uncertain

• It is built on stronger foundations than Rome

• It is irrelevant to the city's history

Which Medici family member is depicted at Mary's feet?

• Lorenzo de' Medici

• Giovanni de' Medici

• Piero de' Medici

• Cosimo de' Medici

What was the ethical and legal perception of the money exchange business during this time?

• Completely illegal

• Dubious

• Irrelevant

• Highly respected

What does Botticelli's inclusion of himself in the painting signify?

• A tribute to his mentor

• His desire to remain anonymous

• A shift in the perception of artists

• His humility as an artist

What does Botticelli's painting reveal beyond the biblical story?

• A critique of religious practices

• A modest money changer's virtuous spending

• A simple artistic endeavor

• A depiction of everyday life