Artwork
Woodland landscape with St Jerome

Woodland landscape with St Jerome is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Jan Brueghel, the elder. It dates from 1599 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Woodland landscape with St Jerome, created in 1599 by Jan Brueghel the Elder, is a characteristic example of Flemish Baroque painting, showcasing the artist's skill in blending detailed naturalism with religious themes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features Saint Jerome in contemplative solitude within a lush woodland, symbolizing spiritual retreat and harmony with nature. The saint's small scale emphasizes the dominance of the natural world.
Technique & Style
Brueghel employed oil paint to achieve a serene, naturalistic landscape with warm tones, deep foliage, and a distant mountain range, set against a sky with birds, evoking tranquility and peace.
History & Provenance
Part of Jan Brueghel the Elder's diverse oeuvre, this work is now held in the Alte Pinakothek collection, reflecting the artist's prominence in 17th-century Flemish art.
Context
This painting reflects Brueghel's contribution to the Flemish Baroque movement, notable for its detailed landscapes and the integration of religious figures into natural settings.
Legacy
While specific legacy details of this work are not highlighted, it contributes to Brueghel's reputation as a master of naturalistic and detailed scenes, influencing subsequent landscape and Baroque artists.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Brueghel the Elder ( BROY-gəl, US also BROO-gəl; Dutch: ; 1568 – 13 January 1625) was a Flemish painter and draughtsman.



















