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Rh seraphim, the whole group is surrounded by a brilliant light; and among other peculiarities of this picture may be remarked the art and judgment displayed in the Dragon, which is beneath the feet of Santa Margareta, a monster of aspect so horribly strange and loathsome, that one sees clearly the abode of venom, fire, and death in that frightful figure. The whole of the work is, moreover, remarkable for the freshness and animation of the colouring, qualities for which it merits the highest praise.

Filippino also executed paintings in Lucca; among these is a picture for one of the chapels in the church of San Ponziano, belonging to the monks of Monte 01iveto. In the centre of this chapel there is also a very beautiful relief by the hand of that most excellent sculptor, Andrea Sansovino; it is within a recess, and exhibits the figure of Sant’ Antonio.