In what unique way did Lorenzo Ghiberti give himself credit for the design of the Gates of Paradise?
a. He used the design to promote his political agenda.
b. He included his thumbprints on a panel, marking it as his own.
c. He included a sculpture of himself among the prophets and biblical figures.
d. He hid his signature (repeatedly) along the design of the floral motif of the panel frames.
Answer: c. He included a sculpture of himself among the prophets and biblical figures.
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