Santa Maria in Aracoeli


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Left Transept
In the corner is the early 14th century tomb of Cardinal Matteo d'Acquasparta, by Giovanni di Cosma. Below, on a chest decorated with cosmati motifs, is resting the bier on which lies the effigy of the deceased with the dress of Cardinals, surrounded on three sides by a curtain supported by two angels. At the base of the bier, beneath the shroud, is the coat of arms of Cardinal. He was General of the Franciscans in 1287. The Cardinal is mentioned by Dante, who reproached him for having weakened the Franciscan rule. To the right of the tomb is the gift shop.
(Plan location #26)
Related links:  Matthew of Aquasparta (1240-1302)
Giovanni di Cosma (d. c.1305)

(Photo borrowed from internet)
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