Heiliger Hieronymus im Gebet c. 1632 - 1633

Rembrandt van Rijn's "Heiliger Hieronymus im Gebet" (c. 1632-1633) is a pen and brown ink drawing depicting Saint Jerome in prayer. This artwork is a preparatory study for a larger painting of the same subject, and showcases Rembrandt's mastery of light and shadow, characteristic of his later works. The drawing depicts Jerome kneeling in a landscape with a lion at his feet, the subject of the drawing being the saint's religious devotion, which Rembrandt portrays through the figure's posture and expressive lines. This piece is currently housed at the Städel Museum, providing insight into Rembrandt's artistic process and his exploration of religious themes.