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St. Jerome in his Study (1474-75) – Antonello da Messina

Flemish artists were known for their attention to every little detail, including little strands of hair, and Antonello da Messina was very much inspired by this style, which is evident in St. Jerome in the Study from around 1474. In fact, some records even have Flemish painters Van Eyck or Memling as the artist. A beautiful painting brimming with tremendous detail down to cracks in the tile floor, the painstaking technical ability Antonello exhibits in this piece is truly astonishing. As the title dictates, the painting shows St. Jerome in his study as was often the case since he translated the Bible into Latin, known as the Vulgate. Antonello’s artwork can be seen at the National Gallery in London.

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