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Saint Jerome in Penitence

Probably Lombard 15th/16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a bearded figure resting in a natural setting with a landscape of mountains, trees, and a structure in the background. The circular image features intricate details such as a large tree with broad leaves, mountains with cross-hatched textures, and a cross in the distant background. The scene is rendered in a detailed linework style, with an emphasis on texture and shading to create depth and complexity in the composition.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th/early 16th century
Medium
Nielloed silver with gilded ground
Dimensions
8712 × 8750 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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