Contains nudity
Dark Academia
The Penitent Magdalene
Carlo Saraceni
A profound Baroque study of reflection, depicting Mary Magdalene amidst symbols of mortality and faith.
The Penitent Magdalen
Unknown Artist
1700 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An evocative Baroque-style portrait of Mary Magdalene in a moment of contemplative penance.
$129
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Frame size
Frame color
Mount
Paper type
Glaze
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character 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
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Warm beige
About the piece
Dating to approximately 1700, this oil painting captures the emotional intensity of the penitent Mary Magdalene. The composition features classic memento mori symbols, including a skull and a holy book, rendered with luminous skin tones and masterful drapery against a dramatic, dark background.
More like this
Contains disturbing content
Figure Studies
Mary Magdalene
Alfred Stevens
An evocative 19th-century portrait of Mary Magdalene, characterized by atmospheric lighting and a rich, moody palette.
Contains nudity
Figure Studies
Büßende Maria Magdalena
Unknown Artist
A dramatic Baroque depiction of the Penitent Mary Magdalene in a moment of intense spiritual contemplation.
Contains disturbing content
Dark Academia
Vanitas
Antonio de Pereda
A haunting and masterful 17th-century Spanish still life capturing the essence of the Vanitas genre.
Contains nudity
Figure Studies
Christ and the Repentant Sinners
Gerard Seghers
A powerful 17th-century Baroque composition by Gerard Seghers depicting Christ offering grace with masterful use of light and shadow.