H. Hieronymus onder een boom 1638 - 1678

This anonymous engraving, *H. Hieronymus onder een boom*, depicts the Christian Saint Jerome, a prominent figure in the 4th century. The scene, dated between 1638 and 1678, portrays Jerome in a contemplative pose, seated under a tree, with a lion resting its head on his lap. This detail refers to the legend of Saint Jerome taming a lion by removing a thorn from its paw. The scene is set against a detailed landscape, further adding to the contemplative nature of the artwork, which is currently held in the Rijksmuseum.