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Jean de la Huerta, Saint bishop, Mus\u00e9e Rolin, Autun<\/sub><\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

This exquisite sculpture of Saint Jerome,  carved from soft, nearly white limestone typical of eastern France, exemplifies the exceptional craftsmanship of 15th-century Burgundian art. The figure of Saint Jerome, a key figure in Christian history renowned for translating the Bible into Latin, is depicted wearing a cardinal\u2019s hat and holding the Vulgate Bible. A lion at his side symbolizes the legendary tale of Jerome taming a wild beast by removing a  thorn from its paw. The sculpture\u2019s serene and spiritual quality is captured through the figure\u2019s small yet square face, with delicate features such as stretched eyes and a thin, composed mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Firmly rooted in the illustrious Burgundian sculptural tradition, this work reflects the enduring influence of the renowned Spanish sculptor Jean de la Huerta (1413\u20131462), who worked for Duke Philip the Good of Burgundy. De la Huerta, along with other prominent artists in Dijon, played a key role in shaping the artistic identity of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This sculpture of Saint Jerome showcases the key features of this distinguished tradition, with a particular emphasis on realism and meticulous attention to details in drapery. The intricate rendering of Saint Jerome\u2019s mantle and hat, along with  the thick folds of the drapery gently pooling at his feet, highlight the Burgundian mastery of lifelike representation, particularly in the depiction of clothing. Notably, three inverted V-shaped pleats at the front of the garment reflect the Flemish and Germanic influences present in Jean de la Huerta\u2019s later works, such as the Saint Denis in Moutiers-Saint-Jean Church.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Attributed to Jan de Blany, Saint Jean on the Calvary, Saint-Anatoile Church in Salins<\/sub><\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

The figure\u2019s pronounced, angular  facial structure\u2014with its broad face, square jaw, and pronounced cheekbones\u2014aligns with the stylistic conventions of the period. These features are particularly reminiscent of works by Jean de la Huerta, such as the Saint Bishop in the Mus\u00e9e Rolin in Autun (inv. no. ML.1305). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The low forehead, accentuated by the wide brim of the hat, along with the large, flattened cheeks and small mouth forming a circumflex shape, adds further character to the piece. The crescent-shaped eyes, framed by prominent eyelids and well-defined eyebrows, enhance the expressive quality of the sculpture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These distinctive features are reminiscent of other notable Burgundian works, such as Richard de Plaine\u2019s praying figure from the Jacobins Chapel in Poligny and the Saint Jean from the Calvary in the Saint-Anatoile Church in Salins, attributed to Jean de Blany. A follower of Jean de la Huerta, Blany upheld his master\u2019s stylistic tradition,  evident in the depiction of the characteristic angular faces, with introspective expressions and delicate, serene features, as seen in this sculpture.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Attributed to Jean de Blany, Richard de Plaine\u2019s praying figure, Jacobins Chapel in Poligny<\/sub><\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Despite its modest size, this Saint Jerome exudes a monumental presence. Its connection to the artistic milieu of the Burgundian ducal court suggests that it was likely commissioned by a high-ranking political or ecclesiastical figure, further underscoring  its significance within the cultural and historical context of the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Baudoin, Jacques. Les Grands Imagiers d’Occident. Nonette: \u00c9d. Cr\u00e9er, 1983. 264 p. Partie V, pp. 172\u2013181.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baudoin, Jacques. La Sculpture Flamboyante en Bourgogne – Franche-Comt\u00e9. Nonette: \u00c9d. Cr\u00e9er, 1996.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boccador, J. Statuaire M\u00e9di\u00e9vale en France de 1400 \u00e0 1530. Zoug, vol. I, 1974.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Camp, Pierre. “Les Imageurs Bourguignons de la Fin du Moyen \u00c2ge.” Cahiers du Vieux-Dijon, nos. 17-18, 1990, pp. 118-141.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chabeuf, Henri. “Jean de la Huerta, Antoine Le Moiturier et le Tombeau de Jean sans Peur.” M\u00e9moires de l’Acad\u00e9mie des Sciences, Arts et Belles-Lettres de Dijon, 1890-1891, 4e s\u00e9rie, vol. II, 1891, pp. 137-271. Read online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jugie, S. The Mourners: Tomb Sculptures from the Court of Burgundy. Yale University Press, 2010. Especially pp. 76-79, 86, 92, 98-99.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quarr\u00e9, Pierre, ed. Jean de la Huerta et la Sculpture Bourguignonne au Milieu du XVe Si\u00e8cle. [Exhibition at the Mus\u00e9e des Beaux-Arts de Dijon], Palais des Ducs de Bourgogne, Dijon, 1972.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quarr\u00e9, P. La Sculpture en Bourgogne \u00e0 la Fin du Moyen \u00c2ge. Fribourg, 1978.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Sculpture Bourguignonne en Auxois et en Autunois \u00e0 la Fin du XVe Si\u00e8cle. Mus\u00e9e de Dijon, Palais des Ducs de Bourgogne, 1974 <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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