The Story
Saint Jerome by Jusepe de Ribera (Spanish, 1591–1652).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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Saint Jerome
Jusepe de Ribera (Spanish, 1591–1652)
Period
Baroque
Theme
Religion & Mythology
Medium
etching
Current Location
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
The Story
Saint Jerome by Jusepe de Ribera (Spanish, 1591–1652).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.