Penitent Magdalene, by Ribera (1635, c.)

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Title

Penitent Magdalene, by Ribera (1635, c.)

Description

The image represents Mary Magdalen. Her head is resting on her folded hands, which in turn rest on a skull. The skull, although by Mary Magdalen's posture can be identified with her, presents no clear gender traits.

Creator

Ribera, Jusepe de (lo Spagnoletto) (1591-1652)

Date

1635, c.

Format

Oil on canvas.
Dimensions: 97 × 66 cm

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