By the end of the fifteenth century, Florence had some of woodcarvers than butchers, suggesting that art, even more than meat, was a necessity of life. Actually, that was correct, not only for the wealthy but also for those of more modest means.
Florence's position in wool and silk industries depends on the reputation of their quality. A tradition of craftsmanship which made discerning patrons of its merchants and financiers. Hence,most commissions were for religious works. For example, many banking families would view the funding of altarpieces and chapels as money-lending at interest, which is condemned by the church but inherent to their profession.
As the 1400 s progressed, although, patrons would become increasingly interested in the
Florence's position in wool and silk industries depends on the reputation of their quality. A tradition of craftsmanship which made discerning patrons of its merchants and financiers. Hence,most commissions were for religious works. For example, many banking families would view the funding of altarpieces and chapels as money-lending at interest, which is condemned by the church but inherent to their profession.
As the 1400 s progressed, although, patrons would become increasingly interested in the