key Notes:
Memento Mori, Religious Iconography
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medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"Death of Saint Jerome," painted by Bernardino Passeri in the 17th century, depicts the final moments of Saint Jerome, a prominent Church Father known for his translation of the Bible into Latin (the Vulgate). The work reflects the Baroque style's emphasis on dramatic emotion and chiaroscuro, contributing to the broader artistic discourse on mortality and sanctity during this period.
Description of the work:
"Death of Saint Jerome" by Bernardino Passeri depicts the final moments of the Christian scholar and translator, characterized by a somber palette and dramatic chiaroscuro. The composition features Saint Jerome in a state of repose, surrounded by symbolic elements such as a skull and a book, which underscore themes of mortality and scholarly pursuit.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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