Stories of St. Jerome 1577

"Stories of St. Jerome" is a fresco by Alessandro Allori located in the Basilica di Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy. Completed in 1577, the artwork depicts the life of St. Jerome, a 4th-century scholar and theologian, known for his translation of the Bible into Latin. The fresco is a vibrant depiction of St. Jerome's life and his work, capturing the scholarly and religious aspects of his life. The fresco is set within a decorative frame of gold and white, typical of the Mannerist style of the 16th century. Allori's fresco is a masterpiece of Renaissance art, highlighting the life of a key figure in Christian history.