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Musa de Botticelli will have died from a tumor — not tuberculosis, as was thought.

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Briefings

A 2026 article claims Sandro Botticelli died in 1476 from a tumor, contradicting the long-held belief that his death was caused by tuberculosis. The evidence states that the young Simonetta Vespucci, who died in 1476 at age 23, inspired several of Botticelli's works, including 'The Birth of Venus'.

Key points

• Sandro Botticelli died in 1476 from a tumor, not tuberculosis as previously believed.
• The young Simonetta Vespucci, who died in 1476 at age 23, inspired several of Botticelli's works, including 'The Birth of Venus'.

Context

This finding challenges the historical consensus regarding Botticelli's cause of death, potentially altering interpretations of his artistic legacy and the timeline of his life.

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The evidence is limited to a single sentence stating the death date and cause, with no supporting details, dates, or units provided. The article's source is unverified and the specific nature of the tumor remains unexplained.

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