Sujet
The Penitent Magdalene, 1660-75
Légende
The Penitent Magdalene, 1660-75. French Icon used in private devotion and prayer. It depicts the conversion of Mary Magdalene, one of the most faithful early followers of Christ Shown in a sumptuous interior, she may be a portrait of one of Louis XIV’s many mistresses. The sun in the corner may also be an allusion to Louis as the Sun King. Painted glass, gilded and lacquered on the reverse and backed with foil; gilded copper alloy frame
Crédit
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Notre référence
ARP23A19_308
Licence
Droits gérés
Format disponible
60,0Mo (7,4Mo) / 36,1cm x 41,6cm / 4264 x 4918 (300dpi)