Leven van de heilige Hieronymus 1604
anonymous
aged paper
toned paper
pencil sketch
old engraving style
sketch book
personal sketchbook
pen-ink sketch
sketchbook drawing
storyboard and sketchbook work
sketchbook art
This 1604 engraving by an unknown artist is a depiction of the life of Saint Jerome, a prominent figure in the early Christian church. The print displays a central image of Saint Jerome, a prominent figure in the early Christian church. He stands with a lion at his feet, a symbol of his biblical translation and his later life as a hermit. The engraving is filled with detailed scenes from the life of Saint Jerome, including his translation of the Bible, his time as a hermit, and his interactions with other religious figures. This work exemplifies the use of engravings for devotional and educational purposes, as it provides a visual representation of the life of a significant religious figure. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.
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