Saint Jerome in Penitence
1468
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1468
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
This painting depicts a man with long white hair and a beard, wearing a white robe. He holds a rock in his right hand, which he appears to be using to strike his chest. The background of the painting is gold, with a halo surrounding the man's head. The man's facial expression is one of deep contemplation, and his eyes are cast downward. The overall mood of the painting is one of somber reflection. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the man's face and hands. The subject of this painting is Jerome.
