Cristoforo Roncalli Self-researched
Born: 1552, Pomarance Died: 1626, Rome Source: self-research
Cristoforo Roncalli, known as Pomarancio, was an Italian Mannerist painter. He was a prominent artist in late 16th and early 17th century Rome, working on major commissions including works for St. Peter's Basilica.
Artworks
The Death of Ananias and Sapphira Self-researched
Originally painted for St. Peter's Basilica, this large canvas depicts the dramatic biblical episode from Acts of the Apostles where Ananias and Sapphira fall dead before the Apostles for lying about their donation to the community. Transferred to Santa Maria degli Angeli in the 18th century.