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[[File: | [[File:Greater coat of Arms of the Grand duchy of Tuscany.svg|thumb]] [[File:La Leopolda (1815–1859) Original.ogg|thumb]] [[File:Cosimo-GDuke-BR.jpg|thumb]] [[File:Coat of arms of the House of Medici (Baroque period representation) - type 2.svg|thumb]] {{Infobox country | ||
|native_name = Granducato di Toscana | | native_name = Granducato di Toscana | ||
|conventional_long_name = Grand Duchy of Tuscany | | conventional_long_name = Grand Duchy of Tuscany | ||
|common_name = Tuscany | | common_name = Tuscany | ||
|continent = Europe | | continent = Europe | ||
|region = Italy | | region = Italy | ||
|country = Italy | | country = Italy | ||
| | | era = Early modern period | ||
| | | status = State of the Holy Roman Empire | ||
| government_type = Monarchy | |||
|government_type = Monarchy | | year_start = 1569 | ||
|year_start = 1569 | | year_end = 1859 | ||
|year_end = | | event_start = Established | ||
|event_start = | | event_end = Annexed to the Kingdom of Sardinia | ||
| capital = Florence | |||
|event_end = Annexed | | common_languages = Italian | ||
| currency = Tuscan lira | |||
|capital = | |||
|common_languages = | |||
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}} | }} | ||
The '''Grand Duchy of Tuscany''' | The '''Grand Duchy of Tuscany''' was a central Italian monarchy that existed, with interruptions, from 1569 to 1859. It was established by [[Cosimo I de' Medici]], who was granted the title of Grand Duke by Pope Pius V. The Grand Duchy was a significant political and cultural entity during the [[Renaissance]] and the early modern period. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
===Establishment=== | ===Establishment=== | ||
The Grand Duchy of Tuscany was established in 1569 when [[Cosimo I de' Medici, | The Grand Duchy of Tuscany was established in 1569 when [[Cosimo I de' Medici]], Duke of Florence, was elevated to the rank of Grand Duke by Pope Pius V. This elevation was a recognition of Cosimo's power and influence in the region, as well as his support for the Catholic Church during the [[Counter-Reformation]]. | ||
===Medici Rule=== | ===Medici Rule=== | ||
Under | The Medici family ruled Tuscany until 1737. Under their rule, Tuscany became a center of art, culture, and science. The Medici were patrons of many artists and scientists, including [[Galileo Galilei]], who was supported by [[Cosimo II de' Medici]]. The Medici period was marked by economic prosperity and the flourishing of the arts. | ||
===Habsburg-Lorraine Rule=== | ===Habsburg-Lorraine Rule=== | ||
After the | After the extinction of the Medici line, the Grand Duchy was inherited by the House of Habsburg-Lorraine. [[Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor]], became the Grand Duke of Tuscany in 1737. The Habsburg-Lorraine period saw significant reforms, including the abolition of the death penalty in 1786 under [[Leopold II, Holy Roman Emperor]]. | ||
===Annexation and End=== | ===Annexation and End=== | ||
The Grand Duchy was annexed by the [[Kingdom of Sardinia]] in | The Grand Duchy was annexed by the [[Kingdom of Sardinia]] in 1859 during the process of Italian unification. This marked the end of the Grand Duchy as a separate political entity, and it became part of the newly unified [[Kingdom of Italy]] in 1861. | ||
==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
The economy of the Grand Duchy was primarily based on agriculture, | The economy of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany was primarily based on agriculture, trade, and banking. The fertile lands of Tuscany produced wine, olive oil, and grains, which were important exports. The Medici family also established a powerful banking network that contributed to the wealth of the region. | ||
==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
Tuscany | Tuscany was a cultural hub during the Renaissance, with Florence as its capital. The region was home to many artists, architects, and scholars. The Medici were notable patrons of the arts, commissioning works from artists such as [[Michelangelo]] and [[Leonardo da Vinci]]. | ||
== | ==Also see== | ||
* [[ | * [[Cosimo I de' Medici]] | ||
* [[Leopold II, Holy Roman Emperor]] | |||
* [[ | |||
* [[Italian unification]] | * [[Italian unification]] | ||
* [[Renaissance]] | * [[Renaissance]] | ||
* [[Florence]] | |||
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The Grand Duchy of Tuscany was a central Italian monarchy that existed, with interruptions, from 1569 to 1859. It was established by Cosimo I de' Medici, who was granted the title of Grand Duke by Pope Pius V. The Grand Duchy was a significant political and cultural entity during the Renaissance and the early modern period.
History[edit]
Establishment[edit]
The Grand Duchy of Tuscany was established in 1569 when Cosimo I de' Medici, Duke of Florence, was elevated to the rank of Grand Duke by Pope Pius V. This elevation was a recognition of Cosimo's power and influence in the region, as well as his support for the Catholic Church during the Counter-Reformation.
Medici Rule[edit]
The Medici family ruled Tuscany until 1737. Under their rule, Tuscany became a center of art, culture, and science. The Medici were patrons of many artists and scientists, including Galileo Galilei, who was supported by Cosimo II de' Medici. The Medici period was marked by economic prosperity and the flourishing of the arts.
Habsburg-Lorraine Rule[edit]
After the extinction of the Medici line, the Grand Duchy was inherited by the House of Habsburg-Lorraine. Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor, became the Grand Duke of Tuscany in 1737. The Habsburg-Lorraine period saw significant reforms, including the abolition of the death penalty in 1786 under Leopold II, Holy Roman Emperor.
Annexation and End[edit]
The Grand Duchy was annexed by the Kingdom of Sardinia in 1859 during the process of Italian unification. This marked the end of the Grand Duchy as a separate political entity, and it became part of the newly unified Kingdom of Italy in 1861.
Economy[edit]
The economy of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany was primarily based on agriculture, trade, and banking. The fertile lands of Tuscany produced wine, olive oil, and grains, which were important exports. The Medici family also established a powerful banking network that contributed to the wealth of the region.
Culture[edit]
Tuscany was a cultural hub during the Renaissance, with Florence as its capital. The region was home to many artists, architects, and scholars. The Medici were notable patrons of the arts, commissioning works from artists such as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.
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