St Jerome in His Study
1451
tempera
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1451
tempera
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
St Jerome in His Study is a 1451 tempera by Antonio da Fabriano, a Early Renaissance work, depicting augustine of hippo, held at Walters Art Museum.
This painting depicts a man sitting at a desk, surrounded by books and papers. He is dressed in a red robe with a white collar and a red hat, and has a long white beard. The room is small, with a brick archway in the background and a few pieces of furniture. The man is intently focused on his work, with a quill pen in hand and a look of concentration on his face. The atmosphere is one of quiet contemplation, with the soft glow of candlelight illuminating the scene. The artist's use of tempera creates a sense of warmth and texture, drawing the viewer into the intimate space. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up Antonio da Fabriano.
