Saint Jerome and Saint Francis (recto, panel 1)

Saint Jerome and Saint Francis (recto, panel 1)

Giovanni dal Ponte

1421

unspecified

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting depicts two saints standing side by side, each with a halo around their head. The saint on the left is dressed in a red robe with a white collar and holds a book in his right hand. The saint on the right wears a brown robe and holds a book in his left hand. The background of the painting is black, which makes the figures stand out. The overall mood of the painting is somber and contemplative. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Giovanni dal Ponte.

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