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Penitent Magdalene, 1453-55 (wood)
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Penitent Magdalene, 1453-55 (wood)
875240 Penitent Magdalene, 1453-55 (wood) by Donatello, (c.1386-1466); height: 188 cm; Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; eGiuliano Valsecchi; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22458166
© Giuliano Valsecchi / Bridgeman Images
Desert Devoted Devout Emaciated Full Gaunt Gesture Length Magdalene Mary Magdalene Penitence Penitent Piety Pious Rags Realism Repenting Suffering Wilderness
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This print captures the essence of Donatello's iconic sculpture, "Penitent Magdalene". Standing at an impressive 188 cm tall, this wooden masterpiece resides in the Museo dell Opera del Duomo in Florence, Italy. The skilled lens of Giuliano Valsecchi brings forth every intricate detail of this profound artwork. The image portrays Mary Magdalene in a state of deep penitence and devotion. Her emaciated figure is depicted with striking realism, evoking a sense of suffering and piety. Clad in tattered rags that symbolize her renunciation of worldly possessions, she stands alone amidst the wilderness. With her head bowed low and hands clasped tightly together in prayer, Mary Magdalene exudes an aura of devoutness. The full-length gesture emphasizes her complete surrender to God's grace as she seeks redemption for her past sins. Donatello's masterful craftsmanship is evident through the gaunt expression on Mary Magdalene's face. Every line etched into the wooden sculpture conveys her unwavering faith and unwavering commitment to repentance. As we gaze upon this powerful image, we are reminded not only of Mary Magdalene's journey towards spiritual enlightenment but also our own capacity for transformation and forgiveness. This Renaissance-era artwork continues to inspire contemplation on themes such as religion, devotion, and human frailty even after centuries have passed.
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