Saint Jerome

About this work

This drawing shows a bearded man sitting alone in the wilderness. He’s wrapped in a heavy fur coat, hunched over a rock. His face looks tired, and he’s holding a book open in his lap. Around him, the landscape is rough—scrubby bushes and uneven ground fill the background. The artist used sharp lines to show texture, especially in the fur and hair. The paper has a slightly yellowed look, which makes the dark lines stand out even more. If you like this style, check out etching to see how artists create similar effects.