Heilige Hieronymus en de trompet 1621

"Heilige Hieronymus en de trompet" (Saint Jerome and the Trumpet), a 1621 etching by Spanish Baroque artist Jusepe de Ribera, depicts the saint in a moment of contemplation. Jerome, a 4th-century theologian, is seated amidst the rugged landscape, gazing upwards towards an angel blowing a trumpet. A skull at his feet serves as a memento mori, reminding the viewer of mortality. Ribera's dramatic chiaroscuro and detailed anatomical rendering are hallmarks of his distinctive style. This etching showcases Ribera's masterful technique and his ability to imbue religious themes with profound emotional depth.