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'The Magdalen'; Mary Magdalene in Ecstasy
Albumen print | 19.8 x 13.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2081464

Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67)
'The Magdalen'; Mary Magdalene in Ecstasy
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Photograph of the painting 'Mary Magdalene in Ecstasy' by Ary Scheffer (1795-1858). The painting depicts a half length portrait of Mary Magdalene. She holds her hands together in front of her left shoulder and gazes upwards, to the left. The painting is photographed in its frame. An inscription across the top of the frame reads 'Jesus saith/ unto her Mary!'
Provenance
Presented to Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
19.8 x 13.5 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.8 cm (page dimensions)
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