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The Magdalene In Meditation - Oil On Table - France, 18th Century
The Magdalene in meditation
Oil on table
France, 18th century
Original carved and gilded frame.
Table 28 x 40 frame 48 x 58
Very good condition
A scene of great "Phatos" that fascinates and excites the viewer, and which makes him participate in the inner anguish of the young protagonist.
The Magdalene observes the Crucifix in a moment of intimate recollection, and converses directly with her beloved Christ.
The Saint is depicted sitting inside a cave.
The flame of her candle illuminates her face portrayed in profile, and a splendid play of light and shadow emphasizes the folds of her clothes.
The crucifix is enveloped in light and meets the adoring gaze of the Magdalene.
The setting inside a cave is typical of French works that depict the Saint according to the tradition of her who wants to spend the last thirty years of her life in a Provence forest.
The panel is in excellent condition and impressive despite its small size thanks also to the large coeval frame
Oil on table
France, 18th century
Original carved and gilded frame.
Table 28 x 40 frame 48 x 58
Very good condition
A scene of great "Phatos" that fascinates and excites the viewer, and which makes him participate in the inner anguish of the young protagonist.
The Magdalene observes the Crucifix in a moment of intimate recollection, and converses directly with her beloved Christ.
The Saint is depicted sitting inside a cave.
The flame of her candle illuminates her face portrayed in profile, and a splendid play of light and shadow emphasizes the folds of her clothes.
The crucifix is enveloped in light and meets the adoring gaze of the Magdalene.
The setting inside a cave is typical of French works that depict the Saint according to the tradition of her who wants to spend the last thirty years of her life in a Provence forest.
The panel is in excellent condition and impressive despite its small size thanks also to the large coeval frame
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