As shown in: Portrait Oil Paintings, Oil Paintings
We can ship this item for free to MAINLAND UK (excluding Highlands, Offshore Islands & Northern Ireland). If you are in other parts of the world please get in touch for a shipping quote.
Please enter shipment location for this item:
Piece: 1725994439
Price: £ 950
USD: ($1240)
Piece Description
You are viewing a Victorian oil painting showing a Mary Magdalena reading a book This is a version of the original by Italian artist Pompeo Batoni (1708-1787) Mary is depicted reclining as she reads a book which is resting on a skull as a momento mori Artist has really captured the beauty of the scene with great skill Comes in the gilt frame Pompeo Batoni was an 18th-century Italian painter known for his refined portraits and classical compositions. He skillfully combined elements of Baroque grandeur with the elegance of the Rococo style, making him a favored portraitist among European nobility. Mary Magdalene, a devoted follower of Jesus, was present at his crucifixion and witnessed his resurrection. In the days following, she became the first to encounter the risen Christ and was entrusted with the pivotal role of announcing his resurrection to the disciples. Her encounter, often depicted in art and scripture, highlights her significant role in early Christianity and the transformative power of faith. Offered in great shape ready for home use right away We ship to every corner of the planet - please get in touch for a shipping quote Dimensions are in inches (CM) Width x Depth x Height 15 (38) x 2 (5) x 11 (28)
Request More Information Re: Piece 1725994439
Provide an Offer Amount for this Item Re: Piece 1725994439
Recently Viewed Items
Similar Products
Italian Venus and Cupid Oil Painting Antique Portrait 1930 ...
Reclining Mary Magdalena Reading Oil Painting After Pompeo Batoni ...
Victorian Oil Painting Shakespeare Portrait 1860 Signed ...
Italian Oil Painting Portrait The Peasant Meal after Frans Mieris Signed Follini ...