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Study for Mary Magdalene, 1870s. Creator: Unknown
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Study for Mary Magdalene, 1870s. Creator: Unknown
Study for Mary Magdalene, 1870s
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Media ID 20172330
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Mary Magdalen Mary Magdalene Model Prayer Praying Skull Suppliant Supplicant Supplication Worship Worshipping Albumen Print Albumen Silver Print Nakedness Nudity
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This photo print, titled "Study for Mary Magdalene" takes us back to the 1870s. Created by an unknown artist, this 19th-century albumen silver print captures the essence of female spirituality and religious devotion. The Metropolitan Museum of Art proudly houses this remarkable piece in its collection. The image portrays a woman, believed to be a model, embodying the iconic figure of Mary Magdalene. With her head bowed in prayer and hands clasped together, she exudes an aura of supplication and reverence. Her nakedness symbolizes vulnerability and purity as she seeks solace through worship. A skull placed at her feet adds a poignant reminder of mortality amidst her spiritual contemplation. This juxtaposition serves as a visual representation of life's transience and the eternal quest for salvation. The monochrome palette enhances the timeless quality of this photograph while emphasizing its historical significance. The absence of color allows viewers to focus on the subject's emotional depth rather than distractions that may arise from vibrant hues. Through this enigmatic portrayal, we are invited into a moment frozen in time—a glimpse into one woman's profound connection with faith and divinity. Despite being created over a century ago by an unknown artist, "Study for Mary Magdalene" continues to captivate audiences with its enduring power to evoke introspection on matters both earthly and divine.
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