The Penitence of Saint Jerome

Lucas Cranach the Elder

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a detailed landscape with a central tall tree. Near the base of the tree, a man is kneeling next to a lion. The horizon line is low, emphasizing swirling clouds and textured tree branches. In the distance, there is a structure resembling a small chapel among dense trees. The artist's fine lines detail the bark, lion's fur, and foliage. The monochromatic color palette relies on light and dark contrast to convey depth and texture.