Aniello Falcone (1607-1656),

• Was an Italian Baroque painter.
• He was active in Naples.
• He was Born in Naples the son of a tradesman.
• He became one of the most prominent pupils of José de Ribera. • He is best known for his battle scenes.
• He was nicknamed L'Oracolo delle Battaglie.
• He also painted various religious subjects.
• He made frescoes for the chapel of Sant' Agata In S. Paolo Maggiore.
• His pupil was Andrea di Leone.
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