Maria Magdalena in een grot by Jacques de (I) Gheyn

Maria Magdalena in een grot 1593 - 1597

jacquesdeigheyn

pencil drawn

aged paper

light pencil work

ink paper printed

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pencil drawing

pen-ink sketch

pencil work

musical-instrument

"Maria Magdalena in een grot" is an engraving by Jacques de (I) Gheyn dating back to 1593-1597. The artwork depicts Mary Magdalene in a cave, holding her hands in prayer. The inscription surrounding the image refers to the biblical story of Mary Magdalene's encounter with Jesus after his resurrection. This print is a testament to Gheyn's mastery of detail and his ability to capture the essence of a religious narrative. Gheyn's work is known for its meticulous detail and realistic depictions, particularly in his engravings of religious themes.