St. Jerome in his Study
- Artist
- Jan van Eyck
- Date
- 1432
- Style
- Northern renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Detroit Institute of Arts
"St. Jerome in his Study" is a masterful religious painting from the Northern renaissance era, showcasing intricate detail and rich symbolism. Created with oil paints, the artwork depicts St. Jerome immersed in scholarly work, surrounded by various objects that symbolize his spiritual and intellectual pursuits. The detailed rendering of textures, particularly the oak furniture and Jerome’s garments, exemplifies the Northern renaissance's emphasis on realism. The painting captures both the devotion and humanism characteristic of this period’s religious yet detailed approach.
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