Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio

FAQ About Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio

How did Caravaggio die?

Caravaggio died under mysterious circumstances at the age of 38 on July 18, 1610. While the exact cause of his death is unclear, theories suggest that he died from a fever caught during his travels or possibly from an assassination due to his many enemies. His sudden death marked the end of a turbulent yet brilliant artistic career.