THE PENITENT MAGDALENE BY 17TH/18TH CENTURY MASTER!

OLD MASTER WITH RE-LINED CANVAS.

Artist:
The painting is not signed, executed by a 17th/18th century master.

Age:
The painting is from the 17th/18th century.

Medium:
The painting is a genuine oil on canvas (relined).

Size without frame:
The picture is 80 cm /31.5 inches high and 61 cm /24 inches wide.
The frame itself is 6 cm /2.5 inches wide.

Description:
Mary Magdalene, the alleged prostitute who repents her sordid life and follows Jesus, is one of Art History's most inspired subjects.

According to Christian tradition, after meeting Christ, Mary Magdalene repented of her former sinful ways. With her ivory skin and long golden hair, the beautiful Magdalene turns her gaze toward heaven. The juxtaposition of the breviary or book under her arm with the skull make it clear she is meditating on the brevity of life and the salvation made possible by Christ's death. Images of female saints sometimes depicted in a seductive manner, were very popular with some artists and patrons in the 17th century, and numerous influences are seen in this work by an unidentified 17th/18th century master, where same subjects by Raphael, Reni, and not least Titian come readily to mind.

Condition:
The painting is in good condition. It is varnished and has some old crackling of pigment layers. The canvas has been relined. There is slight age toning and minimal surface grime.
The moulded giltwood frame is in good condition with minor abrasions and signs of wear.

This work is ready for display!!

Authentication:
The painting is authenticated by art expert Mesa Bajric and we fully guarantee its authenticity. To meet the new standards of Ebay’s Code of Conduct we introduce our external consultant, Mesa Bajric.
  Credentials:
    MA in Graphic and History of Art at the Academy of Art in Sarajevo
  Expert in:
    Graphic 16th – 20th century
    Central European Art

PRIX 595 EURO

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