Saint Jerome

Jusepe de Ribera

Created:
Movement:
1626
Baroque
key Notes:
Tenebrism, Scholarly Contemplation
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Dimensions:
24 1/4 x 18 1/8 in. (61.6 x 46 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Saint Jerome by Jusepe de Ribera

Saint Jerome, painted by Jusepe de Ribera in 1626, is a significant example of the Spanish Baroque style, characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow. Ribera, a prominent figure in the Spanish and Neapolitan art scenes, was known for his realistic depictions and intense emotional expressions. This work exemplifies Ribera's mastery in portraying religious figures with a sense of human vulnerability and divine contemplation. The painting's use of chiaroscuro highlights Saint Jerome's ascetic features, emphasizing the spiritual intensity of the subject. Ribera's influence extended beyond Spain, impacting the development of Baroque art in Italy, where he spent much of his career. His works, including Saint Jerome, continue to be studied for their technical brilliance and emotional depth.

Description of the work:

Saint Jerome by Jusepe de Ribera

The painting "Saint Jerome" by Jusepe de Ribera, created in 1626, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies the dramatic chiaroscuro and intense realism characteristic of the Baroque period. The artwork depicts the scholarly saint in a moment of contemplation, highlighting Ribera's mastery in rendering human emotion and texture.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Saint Jerome