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Penitent Magdalene, 1654, by Juan Carreno de Miranda
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Penitent Magdalene, 1654, by Juan Carreno de Miranda
Juan Carreno de Miranda (1614-1685). Spanish painter. Penitent Magdalene, 1654. Detail. San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. Madrid. Spain. Date: 2019
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This exquisite 17th century Baroque painting, titled "Penitent Magdalene" by Juan Carreno de Miranda (1614-1685), is a masterpiece of Spanish art housed at the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Madrid, Spain. The work, created in 1654, depicts Mary Magdalene in a moment of deep penitence and regret. The scene is set in a desolate landscape, with the Magdalene shown in the foreground, dressed in a simple robe, her long hair cascading down her back. She clutches a large, open Bible in one hand and a skull in the other, symbolizing the transience of life and the inevitability of death. In the background, we see a crucifix on a rocky outcropping, a reminder of the sacrifice of Christ and the reason for her penance. The painting is a poignant representation of the New Testament character's journey from a life of sin to a life of repentance and faith. The use of light and shadow, the intricate details of the landscape, and the expressive facial features of the Magdalene all serve to transport the viewer to a time and place far removed from the modern age. This work is a testament to Carreno de Miranda's skill as a painter and his deep understanding of the human condition.
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