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What were rich families in Italy who supported artists?

The were called benefactors.


Rich families in Italy who supported artist?

Medici, Borgia, Mantua, but besides families, many of the popes commissioned art work too.


Which group of people supported Renaissance artists?

Well, the Renaissance movement in general was started in Italy, by many famous artists in the 15th-16th century. Cities would hire and/or support these artists. After the Renaissance movement started in Italy, many other European countries started to follow it, which led to more artistic and cultural improvements, aswell as an increase in the number of known artists.


What conditions encouraged the development of Renaissance?

The wealthy people of Italy's city-states were patrons of the arts. They supported artists and scholars and funded architectural projects. City-states competed with each other to attract the most talented scholars and artists.


Who are some artists from Italy?

most of the best artist are from Italy


Who are some of the famous artists from Italy?

Some famous artists from Italy include Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Caravaggio.


What are members of Rome's richest and most important families called?

Members of Rome's richest and most important families are referred to as the Mafia. The Mafia originated in the country of Italy.


Why were there great artists in Italy during renaissace?

the artists of Italy were great artists at the time of renaissance because renaissance (the dawn of a modern world) started from Italy . and spread further and further around .and since the Italy people had begun making developments they made developments in art too and due to their curiosity they studied more and more investigated more and more there drawings became the best at that time and as a result the Italy's were great artists at the time of renaissance .


Does Italy have extended or nuclear families?

they are mostly extended families depending on how large the family is.


Which geographic factor supported Italy's growth?

Italy's many fertile plains.


What famous artists were born in Italy?

Michaelangelo Da Vinci


Who funded the Renaissance?

Private investors and patrons. People like the Medici of Florence, Italy commissioned artists to make paintings and sculptures for them and the churches they supported. The Catholic church also supported arts through providing work in various projects for the church. Perfect example of that would be the Sistine Chapel and St. Peters.