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Saint Jerome (one of a pair)

mid-16th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 535
Jerome is shown with his cardinal's hat in the background, presumably working on his Latin translation of the Bible known as the Vulgate.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Saint Jerome (one of a pair)
  • Date: mid-16th century
  • Culture: Spanish, possibly Aragon
  • Medium: Alabaster, painted and gilt
  • Dimensions: Overall (confirmed): H. 20 5/8 x D. 4 1/4 in. (52.4 x 10.8 cm); Diam. 21 in. (53.3 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1927
  • Object Number: 27.112
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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