Penitent St Jerome

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Penitent St Jerome", originally brought to life by the talented Angelico Fra. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Angelico Fra and his artistic vision.

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"Penitent St Jerome" is an Italian Renaissance painting by the earlyrentine artist Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro, around1395-1455). Regarded as one of the most significant painters of the period, Fra Angelico is known for his religious-themed works, infused with his deep devotion and understanding of Christianity.

The painting, "Penitent St Jerome", vividly presents St. Jerome, a well-known Father of the Church, during a period of penitence in the wilderness. This subject was a popular theme during the medieval and Renaissance periods, often used to depict the virtues of withdrawal from earthly concerns and the importance of atonement. St. Jerome is often portrayed in deep contemplation, accompanied by the symbols associated with his life - a skull, representing his meditation on death and transformation, and a lion, indicative of his legendary taming of a lion by removing a thorn from its paw.

Fra Angelico, known for his mastery in illustrating subtle emotion and divine illumination in his subjects, brings these elements to bear in the "Penitent St Jerome". His distinctive style, combining the elegant design of the International Gothic period artists and the burgeoning realism from observing nature, creates a poignant image of the saint in isolated spiritual reflection.

Created using egg tempera on panel, a common method in the 15th century, the painting’s muted hues and gilded items express a sense of sober religiosity while highlighting the significance of St. Jerome's penance. Despite the lack of concrete documentary evidence to pinpoint its exact creation date, art historians generally place it within the first half of the 15th century.

"Penitent St Jerome", like many other works of Fra Angelico, is a significant relic of the period's religious art, shedding light on the artist's depth of spiritual insight and the theological ideas of his time. Today, this work is part of the collection at the Museum of San Marco in Florence, Italy, alongside several other masterpieces by Fra Angelico.

When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.

We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.