Saint Jerome
Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano
1498
unspecified
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano
1498
unspecified
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
The painting depicts Saint Jerome, an elderly man with a long white beard and hair, sitting on a rock in a serene landscape. He is dressed in a blue robe and holds a book in his left hand. A skull rests on a nearby rock, and a lion lies at his feet. In the background, a lake and mountains are visible, creating a sense of depth and tranquility. The overall atmosphere is one of contemplation and solitude. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the life and paintings of Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano.
