Oil Painting On Canvas Depicting Mary Magdalene—first Half Of The 17th Century. Tuscan School

An oil painting on canvas from the first half of the 17th century depicting Mary Magdalene. Tuscan school. This painting clearly evokes the work of important Baroque masters. Mary Magdalene is portrayed in ecstasy, her gaze turned toward heaven, thus expressing detachment from all that is earthly, penance, and profound devotion. She is depicted with her chest bare and wearing a necklace with a teardrop-shaped pearl—elements that symbolize the transition away from and renunciation of earthly vanities in favor of a spiritual life of devotion. The dramatic tones and use of chiaroscuro reveal a profound Caravaggesque influence, typical of the masters active in Tuscany during the 17th century. The work is presented in a contemporary carved and gilded wooden frame featuring plant motifs.

Dimensions with frame: height 64.5 cm, width 53.5 cm, depth 4.5 cm
Dimensions without frame: height 53 cm, width 40 cm