TED-Ed: Dissecting Botticelli's Adoration of the Magi - James Earle

The video explores the early career of Sandro Botticelli, focusing on his painting 'The Adoration of the Magi.' It highlights Botticelli's ambition to create original work and assert his status among Florence's elite. The painting features prominent figures, including the Medici family, illustrating their influence and Botticelli's self-perception as more than a craftsman. The video also discusses the symbolic elements in the painting, such as the setting in Roman ruins, and Botticelli's inclusion of himself among the elite, marking a shift in the perception of artists during the Renaissance.

In what ways did Botticelli incorporate figures from the Medici family into his painting?

What does Botticelli's self-portrait in the painting suggest about the perception of artists during his time?