Penitent Magdalene

Artist: Georges de La Tour
Artwork: Penitent Magdalene
Description: This painting depicts Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus, in a moment of deep contemplation and remorse for her past sins. She is shown with a skull, a symbol of mortality, and a candle, which represents the light of Christ. The painting is known for its Caravaggio-esque lighting and its depiction of the Magdalene as a beautiful but flawed woman.
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