St. Jerome
- Artist
- Fra Angelico
- Date
- 1438 - 1440
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Lindenau-Museum
The painting titled St. Jerome is a compelling example of Religious painting from the Early renaissance period. Likely created by Fra Angelico or an artist of his circle in the 1420s, this Panel work showcases the delicate craftsmanship typical of the era, utilizing Tempera paints. St. Jerome is typically depicted as a scholarly figure, often shown in moments of penitence or study. The attention to detail and spiritual serenity reflect the period’s focus on religious themes, and the use of tempera on panel underscores the traditional techniques of early renaissance panel painting.
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