The underlying political order of Republican Florence is represented in this religious scene by
a) the likeness of Cosimo de’ Medici as Magi or “king” bending before the Christ child.
b) its setting with Classical columns in the architectural ruins of the background linking Florence to ancient republics.
c) the inclusion of Botticelli’s self-portrait on the right and direct gaze towards the viewer indicating the power of the artist in this era.
d) the horse and soldier positioned on the left suggesting military control by their presence in the foreground.
Answer: a
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