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A striking Caravaggist painting of Mary Magdalene in a moment of deep, chiaroscuro-lit contemplation.
Saint Teresa of Ávila Contemplating the Cross
Domenico Maggiotto
1745 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This 18th-century oil painting captures a moment of profound spiritual reflection through dramatic chiaroscuro.
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Where it works
A substantial work with a restful register with softened warm notes — 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
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Terracotta clay
About the piece
Painted by Domenico Maggiotto in 1745, this work depicts Saint Teresa of Ávila in a state of quiet devotion. The masterful use of light illuminates her face against a dark, moody background, emphasizing the texture of the canvas and the emotional depth of the subject.
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