St. Jerome Writing
Edward Francis Burney, sister of the famous novelist Fanny Burney, brings St. Jerome to life in this delicate sketch. You can almost feel the quiet concentration as the bearded saint writes, with an hourglass perched nearby ticking away his time. The artist used soft red and black chalk to create the flowing folds of his robes and the rugged texture of his beard. It's a perfect snapshot of neoclassical style, where clean lines and classical subjects reign supreme, showing how even a quick study can capture deep emotion.
- Technique
- red and black chalk
- Material
- paper
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