Soon afterwards he was rewarded with the protection of Julius II and many honours at the Roman court. In 1513 his arduous efforts on behalf of his lifelong patron secured the election of Giovanni dei Medici to the pontifical throne.
Shortly thereafter, he was granted the protection of Julius II and numerous accolades at the Roman court. In 1513 his tireless endeavors on behalf of his lifelong benefactor ensured the election of Giovanni dei Medici to the papal throne.