Bilder Boetius Adams Bolswert – Sanctus Hieronymus – Engraving (1619)

Beskrivning

This early Baroque engraving shows Saint Jerome in penitence, kneeling with a stone in hand before a crucifix in a desolate wilderness. His emaciated body, radiant halo, and the presence of a skull and Bible emphasize themes of asceticism, meditation, and mortality. The composition blends dramatic light with intense devotional atmosphere typical of Counter-Reformation iconography.

Boetius Adams Bolswert was a renowned Flemish engraver active in Antwerp, best known for his collaborations with Peter Paul Rubens and other major Baroque masters. His engravings are celebrated for their technical delicacy, expressive depth, and ability to translate complex painterly effects into line work. He played a central role in disseminating the imagery of the Counter-Reformation across Europe.

Artist or Maker:
Boetius Adams Bolswert

Dimensions:
15 cm x 10 cm

Medium:
Engraving

Date:
1619

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.