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Saint Jerome., by Hans Dürer the Younger, tempera, 1526

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Overview

Saint Jerome. is a 1526 tempera by Hans Dürer the Younger, a Northern Renaissance work, depicting John the Baptist, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?
Hans Dürer the Younger
When & what style?
1526 · Northern Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Kraków

About this work

The painting features a man in a white robe, with a red cloth at his feet. He is surrounded by trees and bushes, with a rocky cliff in the background. The man is looking up towards the sky, with his right hand on his chest. The man's attire and the natural setting suggest a biblical scene. The artist's use of tempera creates a sense of depth and texture in the painting. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Hans Dürer the Younger, who was known for his detailed and expressive use of tempera.

About the artist

Portrait of Hans Dürer the Younger
Artist

Hans Dürer the Younger

Hans Dürer (born 21 February 1490 in Nuremberg – c. 1534-38 in Kraków), was a German Renaissance painter, illustrator, and engraver.

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