Mary Magdalene Repentant

Herman van Swanevelt

Associated Names
Herman van Swanevelt

Artist, Dutch, c. 1600 - 1655

The image depicts a landscape with a low horizon showing distant mountain peaks against a textured sky. In the foreground, there are rocky terrain and two cherubic figures on a rocky outcrop to the left. The brushstrokes are intricate, portraying detailed trees and rocks. The composition includes dense foliage and open spaces. The color palette is sepia, emphasizing line work and texture. In the background, there are rolling hills leading to the mountains, creating depth in the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1973.32.87

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 12, State i/iv


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1884

  • Dutuit, Eugène. Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes. Vol. I, IV-VI. Paris: A Levy, 1884-1885. Reprint. Amsterdam: G.W. Hissink, 1970-1972.

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65569501

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