Botticelli's Venus may have died after rape caused brain rupture, scientists discover
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By Daily Mail
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Recent scientific research reveals a haunting theory about the mysterious death of a Renaissance noblewoman who captivated artist Sandro Botticelli's imagination. Medical experts analyzing historical evidence suggest that severe trauma from sexual violence may have triggered a fatal brain hemorrhage, offering a darker perspective on the tragic life behind one of art history's most iconic masterpieces.
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