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St. Jerome and the Lion, 1444 (oil on panel)
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St. Jerome and the Lion, 1444 (oil on panel)
XIR94958 St. Jerome and the Lion, 1444 (oil on panel) by Pietro, Sano di, also Ansano di Pietro di Mencio (1406-81); 23.5x78 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: predella panel from an alterpiece of the Life of St. Jerome; ); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12821421
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This print showcases the masterpiece "St. Jerome and the Lion" by Pietro, Sano di, also known as Ansano di Pietro di Mencio. Painted in 1444 with oil on panel, this artwork measures 23.5x78 cm and is currently housed at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The image depicts a predella panel from an altarpiece illustrating the Life of St. Jerome. In this particular scene, we witness St. Jerome accompanied by a majestic lion amidst a serene landscape adorned with fruit trees and a camel in the distance. St. Jerome, revered as both a monk and doctor of the church, is portrayed deep in contemplation while removing a thorn from the lion's paw—an iconic symbol of his compassionate nature towards all creatures great and small. The artist skillfully captures every intricate detail through his brushstrokes, creating an atmosphere that evokes tranquility and reverence for St. Jerome's spiritual journey. This remarkable piece not only showcases Sano di Pietro's artistic prowess but also serves as a testament to St. Jerome's enduring legacy within Christianity. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back to fifteenth-century Italy—a time when art was used to convey profound religious messages—and reminded of the timeless power that art holds to inspire faith and compassion within us all.
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