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Human crane and bottle: detail of a painting (vanite) depicting Saint Mary Magdalene Penitente - oil on canvas c. 1584 by Domenikos Theotokopoulos dit Le Greco (1541-1614) - Greco, Domenico Theotocopuli, called El (1541-1614)
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Human crane and bottle: detail of a painting (vanite) depicting Saint Mary Magdalene Penitente - oil on canvas c. 1584 by Domenikos Theotokopoulos dit Le Greco (1541-1614) - Greco, Domenico Theotocopuli, called El (1541-1614)
5980609 Human crane and bottle: detail of a painting (vanite) depicting Saint Mary Magdalene Penitente - oil on canvas c. 1584 by Domenikos Theotokopoulos dit Le Greco (1541-1614) - Greco, Domenico Theotocopuli, called El (1541-1614). Mary Magdalen in Penitence. c. 1584. Oil on canvas (detail) Worcester Art Museum (Massachusetts) - photo Patrice Cartier by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); Worcester Art Museum, Massachusetts, USA; (add.info.: Human crane and bottle: detail of a painting (vanite) depicting Saint Mary Magdalene Penitente - oil on canvas c. 1584 by Domenikos Theotokopoulos dit Le Greco (1541-1614) - Greco, Domenico Theotocopuli, called El (1541-1614). Mary Magdalen in Penitence. c. 1584. Oil on canvas (detail) Worcester Art Museum (Massachusetts) - photo Patrice Cartier); © Patrice Cartier
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from Domenikos Theotokopoulos' masterpiece, "Human crane and bottle: detail of a painting (vanite) depicting Saint Mary Magdalene Penitente". Painted in oil on canvas around 1584, this work showcases the incredible talent of the artist, also known as El Greco. In this particular section of the painting, we see Saint Mary Magdalene in deep contemplation and penance. Her delicate features are beautifully rendered with intricate brushstrokes that bring her to life. The use of light and shadow adds depth and drama to the scene, emphasizing the emotional intensity of her repentance. The composition is enriched by symbolic elements such as the human crane and bottle. These objects serve as reminders of mortality and vanity, highlighting the transient nature of earthly pleasures. Through his masterful technique, El Greco invites viewers to reflect on their own lives and contemplate spiritual matters. The photograph itself is expertly captured by Patrice Cartier at Worcester Art Museum in Massachusetts. Every brushstroke and nuance is faithfully reproduced in this high-quality print, allowing art enthusiasts to appreciate every detail up close. This print serves as a testament to El Greco's artistic genius while offering an opportunity for admirers to bring home a piece of art history. Whether displayed in homes or galleries, it will surely captivate all who lay eyes upon it with its timeless beauty and profound symbolism.
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