Saint Jerome

Saint Jerome by Bartolomeo Passerotti
Artist
Bartolomeo Passerotti
Date
c.1560 - c.1570
Style
Mannerism
Genre
Religious painting
Location
National Gallery of Ireland
The painting titled Saint Jerome, housed in the Galleria Spada in Rome, exemplifies Mannerism (late renaissance) style with its elongated figures and sophisticated composition. Created on a canvas using oil paints, it portrays the revered Christian scholar amidst a contemplative scene. As a religious painting, it emphasizes spiritual reflection and biblical themes, characteristic of its era. The artwork’s intricate details and dynamic composition exemplify the technical mastery typical of Mannerist artists, making it a captivating example of renaissance religious art.

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