Saint Jerome in the Wilderness

Paul Troger

Associated Names
Paul Troger

Artist, Austrian, 1698 - 1762

The image shows a muscular, bearded figure and a large serpent-like creature engaged in a struggle. The figure leans over a precipice with a sheet or drape billowing behind. The background features rocky formations or clouds created with light hatch and wash techniques. The pose and line work convey tension and confrontation.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and iron gall ink and gray wash over black chalk on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 14.3 x 20 cm (5 5/8 x 7 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1990.10.2

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1990

  • Christie's, OLD MASTER DRWGS, NY: 1/10/90, 204 (illus.).

Wikidata ID

Q64619141

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