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The second chapel on the left is dedicated to the Nativity, and called Cappella della Sacra Famiglia, commissioned by patron Cardinal Cerri, who worked for the Barberini family.

The altarpiece of the nativity by Circignani.

In the roof, the Celestial celebration on the nativity of Christ, on the pinnacles are David, Isaiah, Zechariah and Baruch, on the right lunette, an Annunciation to the Shepherds, and on the left, a Massacre of the Innocents.

Also are frescoes on Presentation of Jesus to the Temple and Adoration by Magi.

Four allegorical statues represent Temperance, Prudence on right ; and Fortitude and Justice.