Pier Francesco Mazzucchelli

Decapitation of St John the Baptist

Pier Francesco Mazzucchelli (commonly known as il Morazzone; 1573–1626[1]) was an Italian painter and draughtsman who was active in Milan. He is mainly known for his altarpieces, but his outstanding achievements are large decorative frescoes for the Sacro Monte di Varese and the Sacro Monte di Varallo.[2]

  1. ^ Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). "Pietro Francesco Mazzuchelli" . Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company.
  2. ^ Alberto Bertoni. "Morazzone." Grove Art Online. Oxford Art Online. Oxford University Press. Web. 7 Feb. 2017