H. Hieronymus lezend in een boek 1635 - 1694

"H. Hieronymus lezend in een boek" (Saint Jerome Reading a Book) is an etching by Dutch artist Dirck de Bray, completed sometime between 1635 and 1694. The piece depicts Saint Jerome, a prominent figure in early Christianity, in a moment of contemplation as he reads a book. De Bray captures the saint's focus through detailed rendering of his facial expression and posture. This artwork highlights the importance of religious study and reflects the Baroque style of the time through its use of intricate detail and strong contrasts.