Remains found in Tuscany are likely to be the artist's,proving that lead poisoning was one cause of his death 400 years agoHe killed a man, brawled constantly, and rowed with patrons and fled justice while revolutionising painting with his chiaroscuro style. Now,as whether to underline how dramatic Caravaggio's short life was, researchers say he may hold quite literally died for his art.
Scientists seeking to shed light on the mysterious death of the Italian artist in 1610 said they are "85% certain" they hold found his bones thanks to carbon dating and DNA checks on remains excavated in Tuscany.
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Source: theguardian.com