Maria Magdalena
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Carlo Dolci's Maria Magdalena into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The poignant Maria Magdalena by Baroque master Carlo Dolci (1616-1687) captures the saint in luminous sorrow, her tearful gaze and clasped hands radiating spiritual intensity. Painted circa 1660-1670, this devotional work exemplifies Dolci’s hyper-refined technique—velvety brushwork renders the pearls and silk with jewel-like precision, while the dramatic chiaroscuro heightens emotional immediacy. As a leading figure of 17th-century Florentine art, Dolci perfected this emotionally charged realism, bridging Counter-Reformation piety with Renaissance elegance. Unlike Caravaggio’s theatricality, Dolci’s Magdalena trembles with quiet introspection, her pearl-embellished dress symbolizing penitence transformed into divine light. Housed in the Uffizi and frequently replicated during Dolci’s lifetime, this masterpiece remains a touchstone of Baroque sacred art, where technical virtuosity serves profound spirituality.
For interiors, Maria Magdalena commands spaces where its contemplative grace can resonate. Hang it in a dimly lit study or meditation nook to amplify its glowing tones—pair with rich walnut furnishings and Velvet upholstery in emerald or plum to echo its Baroque opulence. The ideal size (original measures 73×56 cm) suits intimate settings: a gilt frame enhances its devotional character, while a matte black frame modernizes it for minimalist offices. Flank with sconces to mimic Dolci’s directional light, or balance its warmth against cool stone walls. In contemporary spaces, let it anchor a tonal palette of cream, gold, and charcoal, its emotional depth elevating quiet luxury. Avoid cluttered arrangements; this piece demands solitude, much like its subject.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
