St. Jerome (Schr. 1554a) 15th century

This 15th-century woodcut, "St. Jerome," depicts the saint seated with a lion at his feet. The simple yet detailed lines of the woodcut create a strong sense of presence, illustrating a popular image of St. Jerome. The artwork is attributed to an anonymous artist, a common occurrence for works from this period. The woodcut is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.