Description
17th century Spanish school. "Saint Jerome". Oil on copper. Measurements: 20 x 15 cm. In this canvas the theme of Saint Jerome penitent in the desert is approached through a classical, clear and open composition. Thus, the saint appears full-length, highlighted by the lighting and also by the intense crimson tone of his cloak and cape. He is located in a rocky setting, enclosed on the right side and open to the landscape (to a grey, leaden sky) on the opposite side, a composition directly derived from the teachings of the Italian classicist Baroque. Next to it we see the lion, lying at his feet, the skull and the writings, all enveloped in a nuanced half-light.
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17th century Spanish school. "Saint Jerome". Oil on copper. Measurements: 20 x 15 cm. In this canvas the theme of Saint Jerome penitent in the desert is approached through a classical, clear and open composition. Thus, the saint appears full-length, highlighted by the lighting and also by the intense crimson tone of his cloak and cape. He is located in a rocky setting, enclosed on the right side and open to the landscape (to a grey, leaden sky) on the opposite side, a composition directly derived from the teachings of the Italian classicist Baroque. Next to it we see the lion, lying at his feet, the skull and the writings, all enveloped in a nuanced half-light.
