Artwork
Penitent Mary Magdalene
Penitent Mary Magdalene is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Bartolomeo Schedoni. It dates from 1607 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
Penitent Mary Magdalene is a 1607 oil painting by Bartolomeo Schedoni, held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Mary Magdalene kneeling in prayer, accompanied by a small winged figure, likely an angel, holding a golden object. Her serious and troubled expression conveys a sense of emotional intensity.
Technique & Style
The artist achieves a dramatic effect through strong contrast between the subject's pale skin, the angel's glow, and the dark background, utilizing a technique known as chiaroscuro to heighten the emotional impact.
Artist & collection
