Mary Magdalene in the Desert | Pierre Puvis de Chavannes | 1870

Pierre Puvis de Chavannes' painting Mary Magdalene in the Desert (1870) portrays Mary Magdalene as a solitary, contemplative figure in a barren landscape. She stands barefoot, draped in a simple brown garment, with her long, flowing hair falling over her shoulders. In her left hand, she holds a skull, symbolizing mortality and repentance, while her right hand rests on her chest in a gesture of introspection. The arid, rocky setting emphasizes her isolation and spiritual devotion. A small snake at her feet adds a symbolic reference to sin and redemption. The painting’s muted palette and soft lines evoke a sense of solemnity and introspection.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints include a .25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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Sizes:

8 x 12 Inches = 20.3 cm x 30.5 cm 

12 x 18 Inches = 30.5 cm x 45.7 cm

16 x 24 Inches = 40.6 cm x 60.1 cm