This marriage was vetoed by the Republic of Venice, who regarded it of the utmost importance that she married a Venetian so as to prevent any potential anti-Venetian establishment in the Duchy. Florence was openly warned by Venice not to bestow her hand to any enemy of Venice, when there were so many Venetian consorts available.
This marriage was opposed by the Republic of Venice, which viewed it as essential that she marry a Venetian to prevent any anti-Venetian creation in the Duchy. Florence was explicitly warned by Venice not to bestow her hand on anyone who was an enemy of Venice, when many suitable Venetian partners were available.