Saint Jerome Writing, c.1607 by Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio
Canvas Print - 10977-CMM
Location: Co-Cathedral of St. John, Valleta, MaltaOriginal Size: 117 x 157 cm
Giclée Canvas Print | $50.28 USD
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*Max printing size: 28.3 x 41.3 in
*Max framing size: Long side up to 28"
"Saint Jerome Writing" will be custom-printed for your order using the latest giclée printing technology. This technique ensures that the Canvas Print captures an exceptional level of detail, showcasing vibrant and vivid colors with remarkable clarity.
Our use of the finest quality, fine-textured canvas lends art reproductions a painting-like appearance. Combined with a satin-gloss coating, it delivers exceptional print outcomes, showcasing vivid colors, intricate details, deep blacks, and impeccable contrasts. The canvas structure is also highly compatible with canvas stretching frames, further enhancing its versatility.
To ensure proper stretching of the artwork on the stretcher-bar, we add additional blank borders around the printed area on all sides.
Our printing process utilizes cutting-edge technology and employs the Giclée printmaking method, ensuring exceptional quality. The colors undergo independent verification, guaranteeing a lifespan of over 100 years.
Please note that there are postal restrictions limiting the size of framed prints to a maximum of 28 inches along the longest side of the painting. If you desire a larger art print, we recommend utilizing the services of your local framing studio.
*It is important to mention that the framing option is unavailable for certain paintings, such as those with oval or round shapes.
If you select a frameless art print of "Saint Jerome Writing" by Caravaggio, it will be prepared for shipment within 48 hours. However, if you prefer a framed artwork, the printing and framing process will typically require approximately 7-8 days before it is ready to be shipped.
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Painting Information
Caravaggio's "Saint Jerome Writing" is a mesmerizing study in light and shadow - a chiaroscuro fever dream that pulls you into its world. The aged saint sits hunched over his work, his weathered body a testament to a life of ascetic devotion.
The palette is stark and dramatic. Deep, darck umber dominate the background, broken only by the warm glow of Jerome's flesh and the shock of red drapery. It's as if Caravaggio's painted with fire and night.
Jerome's form is a masterpiece of anatomical precision. Every sinew, every wrinkle is rendered with unflinching realism. You can almost feel the strain in his shoulders as he leans forward, intent on his task.
The composition is deceptively simple, yet brilliantly effective. Jerome's diagonal pose creates a sense of dynamic tension, while the skull on the table serves as a stark memento mori - a reminder of the fleeting nature of earthly pursuits.
Caravaggio's technique here is nothing short of revolutionary. The play of light across Jerome's skin is so convincing, so tactile, it borders on the supernatural. It's as if the saint is illuminated from within, a burning ember of faith in the darkness.
But what truly captivates is the intimacy of the scene. We're voyeurs, peeking into a moment of intense concentration and spiritual communion. Jerome's furrowed brow, his intent gaze - it's all laid bare for us to witness.
In the end, "Saint Jerome Writing" is more than just a painting. It's a confrontation with mortality, faith, and the power of the written word. Caravaggio doesn't just show us a saint - he shows us the very essence of what it means to grapple with the divine.
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