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Saint Mary Magdalene in Penance
Elisabetta Sirani
1663 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An evocative Baroque painting depicting Saint Mary Magdalene in contemplation, masterfully rendered by Elisabetta Sirani.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown
About the piece
This 1663 oil painting by Elisabetta Sirani captures Saint Mary Magdalene in a moment of quiet penance within a rocky grotto. The composition is notable for its rich red drapery and the delicate rendering of the saint's flowing golden hair, accompanied by traditional vanitas symbols like the skull and crucifix.
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