St. Jerome 1596

Hendrick Goltzius's 1596 engraving *St. Jerome* is a striking example of the Northern Renaissance style. This intricate artwork depicts the patron saint of scholars, St. Jerome, in a landscape setting. Jerome is shown seated, his hand resting on his chest as he contemplates an open book. He is surrounded by symbols of his life and work, including a skull, a lion, and a crucifix. This powerful composition showcases Goltzius's mastery of detail and his ability to evoke a sense of both introspection and piety.