Mary Magdalen Penitent 1606 - 1688

"Mary Magdalen Penitent" is a red chalk drawing on paper by German artist Joachim von Sandrart, created between 1606 and 1688. The drawing depicts Mary Magdalen in a moment of repentance, kneeling in a landscape and holding a skull, a symbol of mortality. The delicate lines and subtle shading of Sandrart's drawing create a sense of pathos and introspection, highlighting the emotional turmoil of Mary Magdalen's spiritual journey. This artwork, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offers a glimpse into Sandrart's mastery of drawing and his ability to evoke powerful emotions through his art.