St. Jerome

St. Jerome by Leonardo da Vinci
Artist
Leonardo da Vinci
Date
c.1480 ; Milan , Italy
Style
Early renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Vatican Museums
"St. Jerome" is an unfinished religious painting by Leonardo da Vinci from the Early renaissance. Created around 1480–1490, it is notable for its monochrome panel composition, which has been drafted using tempera on a wooden surface. Recent studies link this work to the same period as the Lady with an Ermine. The panel was cut into five pieces after Leonardo's death before being restored to its original form. The painting's unfinished state and monochrome draft reveal Leonardo's meticulous approach during the Early renaissance period, showcasing his mastery in oil techniques and composition.

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