Boetvaardige Maria Magdalena 1833 - 1885

"Boetvaardige Maria Magdalena" is a graphite drawing created by Frédérique Émile Auguste O'Connell-Miethe between 1833 and 1885. The drawing depicts a seated Mary Magdalene, her head resting in her hand, her gaze lowered, seemingly in deep sorrow and contemplation. The artist masterfully uses shading and lines to convey a sense of emotion and depth, highlighting the intricate details of Magdalene's form and the textured folds of her drapery. The cross, visible in the background, symbolizes the subject's repentance and the religious context of the artwork. This drawing showcases O'Connell-Miethe's talent for capturing a moment of profound human emotion through the art of drawing.