Mary Magdalene before her Conversion 1894
jamestissot
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abstract painting
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prophet
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holy-places
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possibly oil pastel
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handmade artwork painting
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oil painting
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fluid art
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acrylic on canvas
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street graffiti
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men
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painting painterly
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painting art
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expressionist
"Mary Magdalene before her Conversion" is an oil painting by James Tissot, created in 1894. It depicts Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the Bible, before her conversion to Christianity. The painting showcases her in an elaborate, colorful robe with intricate jewelry, symbolizing her former life of wealth and status. Her pensive expression and outstretched hand hint at her internal struggle and imminent transformation. This work is part of Tissot’s famous series of paintings dedicated to the life of Christ. The painting can be viewed at the Brooklyn Museum in New York City.
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