Saint Jerome before a crucifix accompanied by a lion and three putti — Pietro Testa | DiscoverArt

Saint Jerome before a crucifix accompanied by a lion and three putti

ca. 1631–37

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30.8 × 23.2 cm (12.1 × 9.1 in)

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