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Saint Jerome, by Federico Barocci, oil, 1600

Saint Jerome

Federico Barocci

1600

oil

canvas

From the collection of Galleria Borghese

Dominant colour

Overview

Saint Jerome is a 1600 oil by Federico Barocci, a Early Baroque Italian work, depicting Jerome, held at Galleria Borghese.

Who painted this?
Federico Barocci
When & what style?
1600 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?
Galleria Borghese

About this work

This painting depicts a man in a red robe, sitting at a desk with a book open in front of him. He is holding a hammer in his right hand and has a contemplative expression on his face. The man is surrounded by a dark background, which contrasts with the warm tones of his robe and the book. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet reflection and introspection. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to look up Federico Barocci.

About the artist

Portrait of Federico Barocci
Artist

Federico Barocci

Federico Barocci (also written Barozzi) (c. 1535 – 30 September 1612) was an Italian Renaissance painter and printmaker. His original name was Federico Fiori, and he was nicknamed Il Baroccio. His work was highly…

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