The triptych of 鈥楾he Temptation of St Anthony' by Hieronymus Bosch (1450 - 1516). St Anthony was a prominent leader of the Desert Fathers and was tormented by visions of Hell and demons during his retreat in the desert. Detail of demons tormenting St Anthony. Country of Origin: The Netherlands Period / Date: 1505 -1506 Material / Size: Oil on panel; 131.5 x 119cm (central panel) 131.5 x 53 cm (each wing).