the references to Medici inspiration vary from literal to conceptual. A series of works from Belgium-based designer Pierre De Valck speaks to the gift-giving culture of the period, drawing on ...
By 1427, they were the most powerful family in the city, and far richer than the Medici. They had been the patrons of genius and cultural icons, but the family was more interested in waging war ...
By 1427, they were the most powerful family in the city, and far richer than the Medici. They had been the patrons of genius and cultural icons, but the family was more interested in waging war ...
which stars Samantha Morton as Catherine de Medici, the 16th century Queen of France. This news comes after season 2 of the hit historical drama series came to an end in August on one of the best ...