Heilige Hieronymus in de woestijn (?) 1574

This drawing by Abraham Bloemaert, created in 1574, depicts Saint Jerome, a prominent figure in early Christianity, in the desert. The artist uses a delicate touch with black chalk and a wash to capture the subject's wrinkled skin and the drapery of his clothing, highlighting his intense study and contemplation. The drawing, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, demonstrates Bloemaert's talent for rendering human anatomy with accuracy and emotional depth.