Italian school (XVII) - Santa Maria Maddalena Penitente
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Santa Maria Maddalena Penitente, a XVII century oil on canvas painting from the Italian School, Rococo style, Italy as country of origin; signed non firmato and requiring restoration, dimensions 72 by 64 cm.
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Ancient painting, oil on canvas, depicting Saint Mary Magdalene penitent, attributable to the Italian School of the XVII century (Seicento).
The work fully integrates into the rich Baroque iconographic tradition devoted to the Saint, represented in her hermetic retreat and profound mystical devotion.
Iconography and Style: The figure is portrayed with a gaze intensely directed toward the sky and glistening eyes, symbolizing repentance and spiritual ecstasy. Her long loose hair partially covers the shoulders, renouncing earthly vanity.
In the foreground, at the bottom, the two main iconographic attributes of the Saint are clearly distinguished: The skull, a powerful symbol of vanitas and meditation on the transience of life. The vessel of unguents (pisside) on the right, a reference to the Gospel episode. The painting is notable for a marked use of chiaroscuro and a strong light-dark contrast typical of a Caravaggesque composition, which makes the figure emerge from the darkness of the background.
Dimensions of the canvas: Height: 72 cm; Width: 64 cm
Ancient painting, oil on canvas, depicting Saint Mary Magdalene penitent, attributable to the Italian School of the XVII century (Seicento).
The work fully integrates into the rich Baroque iconographic tradition devoted to the Saint, represented in her hermetic retreat and profound mystical devotion.
Iconography and Style: The figure is portrayed with a gaze intensely directed toward the sky and glistening eyes, symbolizing repentance and spiritual ecstasy. Her long loose hair partially covers the shoulders, renouncing earthly vanity.
In the foreground, at the bottom, the two main iconographic attributes of the Saint are clearly distinguished: The skull, a powerful symbol of vanitas and meditation on the transience of life. The vessel of unguents (pisside) on the right, a reference to the Gospel episode. The painting is notable for a marked use of chiaroscuro and a strong light-dark contrast typical of a Caravaggesque composition, which makes the figure emerge from the darkness of the background.
Dimensions of the canvas: Height: 72 cm; Width: 64 cm
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Artist
Italian school (XVII)
Title of artwork
Santa Maria Maddalena Penitente
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Needs restoration
Height
72 cm
Width
64 cm
Style
Rococo
Period
17th century
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