Artist Unknown. Unofficial Title: Mary Magdalene Oil

Description: Artist Unknown. Unofficial Title: Mary Magdalene. Oil on Canvas Original Painting.Medium: oil on canvas Size: art 18.5” x 14.5” | frame 27.25” x 23.25” Signature: not signed / signature not found Circa: pre-nineteenth century Country of Origin: Italy Condition of Art: good, commensurate with age, colors are vivid, paint is chiefly intact. Condition of Frame: good, commensurate with age. Art Description: vertical format, traditional portraiture. The depiction of Mary Magdalene presents a quiet, contemplative countenance as she gazes upward toward the viewer’s right. A golden-brown scarf is draped upon her head and shoulders. The background is russet-brown. Frame Description: gilded gold wooden moulding with raised acanthus leaf motif, rope-twist inner border, and flat gilded inner panel. A brass plate attached lower middle is engraved “SCHOOL of PERUGINO 1448 – 1523” Media Description: Oil painting NOTES OF INTEREST Although the brass plate attached to the frame of Subject Art is engraved “SCHOOL of PERUGINO 1448 – 1523” it would be more correct to assert “In the Manner of Perugino.” If the painting were executed during Perugino’s lifetime then it would be correct to assert “School of Umbria” as Pietro Perugino (1448 - 1523) was an Italian painter of the Umbrian school. However, the style of Subject Art more closely resembles that of Pietro Bardellino, Italian (1728 – 1806) Since the fourteenth century, paintings of Mary Magdalene have been held in high regard and are sought after by art collectors around the world. An intriguing figure of the Bible, Mary Magdalene has been imagined as a saint and as a sinner. Depictions of Mary Magdalene generally present an expression of mournfulness or repentance, more rarely, that of ecstasy. Generally, she is depicted gazing upward to the viewer’s right, as if witnessing the crucifixion, or searching Heaven in prayer. Artists have most often imagined her with long reddish-brown hair and dressed in red or brown robes, with and without a scarf upon her head. Less common are depictions of Mary Magdalene cloaked in blue, as that color is generally reserved for The Virgin Mary. Depictions of Mary Magdalene nude, or semi-nude with long hair covering all or most of her body reflect the belief that after Jesus’ ascension, Mary Magdalene lived for thirty years as a religious ascetic in the wilderness. Her life consisted of praying and fasting. After many years, her clothes became ragged or completely worn away, but her hair grew long and covered her body. Making this painting available to you for $1100.00 OBO. If you’re here reading this listing please take a moment to share your thoughts or make an offer. I am the nicest guy you’ll ever meet and will do my best to help you become the owner of this art. Let’s talk, I’m on your side. Bid with confidence, Trusted Ebay Member since 2001. Your item will show up in the exact condition it’s in when it leaves here, Perfect. I never skimp on packing materials, it will be packaged professionally. I am aware of UPS’s Gorilla Handling. Everything about this listing is 100% accurate. There is a money back guarantee with no headaches. If you’re not happy, then I’m not happy. If it doesn’t show up in perfect condition and/or it’s not what you expected. No problem refund. My feedback cosigns for me. All of my customers get 100% satisfaction. You’re in Good Hands Shipping will be $100.00 and Bullet Proof. PACKAGE SIZE: 42 X 34 X 10 / 15 LBS. SHIPPING FROM 92630

Price: 800 USD

Location: Lake Forest, California

End Time: 2024-01-02T20:24:49.000Z

Shipping Cost: 100 USD