École italienne (XVII-XVIII) - Saint Jérôme pénitent - NO RESERVE
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Estimate € 800 - € 1,000
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Saint Jérôme pénitent - NO RESERVE, an 18th‑century Italian Baroque oil painting of Saint Jerome, sold with a frame.
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Description from the seller
Magnificent Italian school religious painting, dating from the 17th to 18th centuries, depicting Saint Jerome in the desert, one of the most distinctive and widespread iconographies of the saint within the European pictorial tradition.
Saint Jerome is portrayed as an elderly man with a long beard, partly nude and wrapped in his characteristic red cloak, seated in a rocky, solitary landscape while directing his gaze toward an open book. This element references his scholarly status and his role as translator of the Holy Scriptures, while the secluded landscape evokes his withdrawal and life of penance and meditation.
The work presents a composition of notable visual force, in which the intense red of the cloak stands out, contrasting with the dark, earthy tones of the landscape. The treatment of the figure, the lighting, and the dramatic atmosphere of the scene recall the Italian late Mannerist and Baroque tradition.
This is a work of great pictorial quality and considerable decorative presence, especially interesting for its antiquity as well as for its religious theme and iconography.
The painting shows widespread craquelure, wear, small losses, and various signs typical of its age and conservation history, perfectly appreciable in the photographs. The work has been relined in a previous intervention, probably with the aim of consolidating and preserving the original support.
The work is presented with an attractive later gilt frame that accompanies the painting perfectly and also shows wear, losses, and signs of the passage of time. The frame is included as a gift and is not considered an integral part of the work nor has commercial value, so any possible damage it may suffer during transport will not be a ground for complaint.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and it is recommended to study them carefully to appreciate the condition of the work.
The attribution to school and the proposed chronology are made taking into account the stylistic characteristics and observable materials of the painting.
Professional packing and insured shipping worldwide.
The costs arising from taxes, duties, tariffs, or customs procedures that may apply in the destination country will be the sole responsibility of the buyer.
IMPORTANT: Due to logistical particularities and additional transport costs, shipments to islands—including the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and other European or non-EU islands—may be subject to additional shipping charges. Likewise, some insular destinations or special territories may require a specific transport quote before shipment.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
Translated by Google TranslateMagnificent Italian school religious painting, dating from the 17th to 18th centuries, depicting Saint Jerome in the desert, one of the most distinctive and widespread iconographies of the saint within the European pictorial tradition.
Saint Jerome is portrayed as an elderly man with a long beard, partly nude and wrapped in his characteristic red cloak, seated in a rocky, solitary landscape while directing his gaze toward an open book. This element references his scholarly status and his role as translator of the Holy Scriptures, while the secluded landscape evokes his withdrawal and life of penance and meditation.
The work presents a composition of notable visual force, in which the intense red of the cloak stands out, contrasting with the dark, earthy tones of the landscape. The treatment of the figure, the lighting, and the dramatic atmosphere of the scene recall the Italian late Mannerist and Baroque tradition.
This is a work of great pictorial quality and considerable decorative presence, especially interesting for its antiquity as well as for its religious theme and iconography.
The painting shows widespread craquelure, wear, small losses, and various signs typical of its age and conservation history, perfectly appreciable in the photographs. The work has been relined in a previous intervention, probably with the aim of consolidating and preserving the original support.
The work is presented with an attractive later gilt frame that accompanies the painting perfectly and also shows wear, losses, and signs of the passage of time. The frame is included as a gift and is not considered an integral part of the work nor has commercial value, so any possible damage it may suffer during transport will not be a ground for complaint.
The photographs are an integral part of the description and it is recommended to study them carefully to appreciate the condition of the work.
The attribution to school and the proposed chronology are made taking into account the stylistic characteristics and observable materials of the painting.
Professional packing and insured shipping worldwide.
The costs arising from taxes, duties, tariffs, or customs procedures that may apply in the destination country will be the sole responsibility of the buyer.
IMPORTANT: Due to logistical particularities and additional transport costs, shipments to islands—including the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and other European or non-EU islands—may be subject to additional shipping charges. Likewise, some insular destinations or special territories may require a specific transport quote before shipment.
Seller's Story
At ARTEMISA we specialize in the selection and auction of artworks, antiques, and collectible items, combining experience, passion, and special care in the choosing and presentation of each piece.
Throughout our journey we have assembled a catalog of more than 10,000 works, spanning a wide variety of schools, styles, and periods, with particular attention to painting and European art. The pieces mainly come from private collections and other selected sources, which allows us to maintain a broad, diverse, and continually renewing offering.
Each work is studied and presented with the aim of providing the collector with rigorous and transparent information, paying special attention to its cataloging, condition, and artistic context.
We work for both seasoned collectors and those who are just beginning to discover the world of art, offering—from accessible works to pieces of special historical, artistic, or decorative interest.
At ARTEMISA we understand each auction as an opportunity to discover, conserve, and give new life to works with history, connecting them with collectors around the world.
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Artist
École italienne (XVII-XVIII)
Sold with frame
Yes
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Gallery
Title of artwork
Saint Jérôme pénitent - NO RESERVE
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Fair condition
Height
48 cm
Width
59 cm
Depiction/theme
Religion
Style
Baroque
Period
18th century
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