- The reason that Philip II and Louis XIV patronized the arts
Both of them desired to show their great power through the splendor of their royal courts. Phillip II wanted to control the image of his rule, because of this, he commissioned art especially painters that portrayed images of himself and his family.
Louis XIV wanted to show the world how sumptuous his reign was. Because of this, he supported artists that painted himself and compositions. He was so important for the arts that the “royal blue” was introduced in the arts because of him.
- Ways Cardinal Richelieu's helped consolidate Louis XIV's royal power
Cardinal Richelieu was the king’s, Chief Minister. He helped Louis to consolidate his royal power by centralizing the power of France in opposition to the Habsburg dynasty. With the end of Habsburg dominance of the European continent, France became the dominant European Power.
- Reason for Colbert's inability to reign in Louis XIV's expenses
Jean-Baptiste Colbert was the Minister of Finances under the rule of King Louis XIV. But King Louis XIV assumed absolute control of France and this made the task of controlling France’s finances even more difficult to Colbert. He tried to organize the financial system but the king did not allow him to curb the king’s projects.
