SAINT JEROME – Caravaggio 1606
This painting was made by Caravaggio for Scipione Borghese, now a faithful admirer of the artist. He was among the first works of the artist to become part of the collection of the powerful cardinal. Probably Caravaggio wanted to thank him with this painting for intervening in solving some of his judicial troubles. The painter was in fact known for his impulsive temperament, easy to clash and anger that caused him many problems during his short life. The protagonist of the picture is […]