Who painted Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ?

Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ was painted by Antiveduto Grammatica in 1620.

Where can I see Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ?

Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ?

Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Artwork

Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ

Antiveduto Grammatica , 1620

Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Antiveduto Grammatica. It dates from 1620 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ is a 1620 painting by Antiveduto Grammatica, an Italian artist associated with the early Baroque style. The work is executed on canvas and is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Mary Magdalene and two angels at Christ's tomb. Mary Magdalene, dressed in a red robe with gold patterns and a fur-lined cloak, gestures towards something outside the frame, suggesting a reaction to an unseen event or revelation.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to emphasize the figures. The dimly lit background makes the faces and hands of the figures stand out, creating a sense of drama and focus.

History & Provenance

Antiveduto Grammatica, born in Rome in 1569, trained under Giovanni Domenico Angelini and typically worked on small-scale compositions. Mary Magdalene at the Tomb of the Risen Christ is characteristic of his work, showcasing his skill in the early Baroque style.