Santa Maria Maddalena by Palma il Giovane

Santa Maria Maddalena 1628

palmailgiovane

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

coffee painting

underpainting

animal drawing portrait

facial portrait

surrealist

portrait art

watercolor

fine art portrait

"Santa Maria Maddalena" is a 1628 oil painting by the Venetian artist Palma il Giovane, who was known for his late-Renaissance style characterized by vibrant color and expressive brushwork. This painting, created just before his death, depicts Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in Christian tradition. The portrait is known for its delicate depiction of Mary's face and the dramatic use of light and shadow, contributing to a sense of both spiritual devotion and emotional depth.