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608 - Mary Magdalene as a penitent, Spanish school, 17th century O…
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Estimate €4,250 - €10,000
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Description
Mary Magdalene as a penitent, Spanish school, 17th century Oil on canvas. Dimensions 156 x 107 / 168 x 120 cm. A large composition depicting Mary Magdalene as a penitent, semi-nude and lost in contemplative ecstasy, accompanied by the traditional attributes of vanitas and penance: a skull, a cross, a jar of ointments, and a scroll or phylactery suspended in the air. The figure stands out powerfully against a dark background, whilst her flowing hair, softly illuminated form, and the intense interplay of blue and red drapery reinforce the emotional impact of the scene. The work reflects the sensual and spiritual drama of 17th-century Baroque art, in which physical beauty serves as a vehicle for conversion and meditation on the fleeting nature of life.
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About the sale GRAND SUMMER AUCTION OF HAUTE ÉPOQUE AND PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
Auction location
Auction time 06/29/2026 at 4:00 AM
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