The Kimbell is excited to announce the acquisition of a recently rediscovered painting by Artemisia Gentileschi, one of the most celebrated women in the history of European art. “Penitent Mary Magdalene”—a masterpiece of the early seventeenth century—is on view in the Kahn Building. The painting represents the artist at her finest. Born in Rome but active internationally, Artemisia achieved fame not only for her rare status as a woman artist, but also for the brilliance and immediacy of her fluid style. Here, Mary Magdalene is seated in an ornate high-backed chair. Her weary head rests on her hand, which fingers a tendril of her long auburn hair. In the shadows, an ointment jar and a small hand mirror lie on a table. These discarded items, along with her gold gemstone bracelet and pearl earring, identify her as the repentant saint who renounces her former life of luxury and vanity. As she closes her eyes, she reflects on the weight of her sinful past, vowing her devotion to Christ. Seemingly unmindful of her appearance, she casts away her riches and enters a spiritual realm, the beribboned strap of her bodice falling behind her and the lace-trimmed chemise falling to reveal her shoulder in a pool of light. The composition is enlivened by a delicate play of light and shadow, captured in Artemisia’s deft brushwork, describing the Magdalene’s flesh, hair, and clothing. Learn more about the history of this painting and its incredible artist: https://lnkd.in/gyGw7dix ___ Artemisia Gentileschi, “Penitent Mary Magdalene,” 1625–26. Kimbell Art Museum
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So exciting to collect a work from an important female artist!
I can’t wait to see her in person! ??
Exquisite! I can't wait to see it.
Love her vibe :)
Art Advisor at Karolina Blasiak Art Advisory Monaco
2 个月Congratulations to adding an important piece to your collection