The Departure of St. Jerome from Antioch

"The Departure of St. Jerome from Antioch," by Benozzo Gozzoli, exemplifies an religious painting during the Early renaissance period. This Fresco captures a poignant moment of St. Jerome’s departure, showcasing Gozzoli’s meticulous attention to detail and vibrant narrative style. Influenced by the International Gothic, the work features realistic landscapes and expressive human portraits. Gozzoli, renowned as a prolific fresco painter mainly active in Tuscany, brings a sense of naturalism that characterizes Renaissance interest in nature. His mastery aligns with the broader artistic innovations of the Early renaissance, blending spirituality with vivid realism.