Who painted Saint Jerome in the Wilderness?

Saint Jerome in the Wilderness was painted by Nicolò Boldrini in 1530.

Where can I see Saint Jerome in the Wilderness?

Saint Jerome in the Wilderness is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Saint Jerome in the Wilderness?

Saint Jerome in the Wilderness is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Saint Jerome in the Wilderness?

Museum-quality prints of Saint Jerome in the Wilderness are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Saint Jerome in the Wilderness

Nicolò Boldrini , 1530

Saint Jerome in the Wilderness is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Nicolò Boldrini. It dates from 1530 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Nicolò Boldrini’s woodcut titled Saint Jerome in the Wilderness dates from around 1530. Executed on laid paper, the print presents a solitary, kneeling figure amid a stark, rocky landscape. The composition is framed by twisted vegetation and a modest animal hidden in the brush, while a minimal sky occupies the upper margin.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts Saint Jerome in his ascetic retreat, a common theme in devotional art. The saint’s bowed posture and humble robes suggest contemplation and penitence, emphasizing his withdrawal from worldly concerns to engage in prayer and scholarly work.

Technique & Style

Boldrini achieves a sense of depth through intricate line work, rendering the craggy stones and foliage with a three‑dimensional quality despite the monochrome medium. The delicate hatching and cross‑hatching convey texture, while the sparse sky is suggested by faint, unfilled lines.

History & Provenance

Created in the early sixteenth century, the print reflects the period’s interest in religious subjects rendered for private devotion. The work survives on laid paper, a typical support for woodcuts of the era, and is catalogued among Boldrini’s known prints.