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Saint Jerome in the Wilderness

Annibale Carracci

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an old man seated outdoors. He is seen from the waist up, facing forward with a slight turn to the side. His right arm is extended and resting on a book. The man has a bald head with curly hair on the sides and a long beard. His expression is thoughtful, and he appears to be looking upward. He is covered in a cloth, and the setting is rustic with bushes and trees around him. Next to him are wooden crosses and a skull on the ground. The earth below has detailed etching lines. A halo is depicted behind his head.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1591
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3532 × 4788 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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