Virgin and Child Enthroned, with Saints Jerome and John the Baptist and a Carthusian Monk

attributed to Jan Provoost, c. 1510

A Carthusian monk kneels in adoration before the enthroned Virgin and Child. He is presented to them by John the Baptist, while the Christ Child hands him a rosary. Standing between them is Saint Jerome, who, like John, lived as a hermit in the wilderness. Both saints thus emphasize the Carthusians’ reclusive way of life.

  • Artwork typepainting
  • Object numberSK-A-2569
  • Dimensionsheight 73.5 cm x width 62 cm, height 76 cm x width 64.2 cm, height 109.2 cm x width 92.3 cm
  • Physical characteristicsolieverf op paneel