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Landscape with a Penitent Magdalene

Cornelis Cort, after Girolamo Muziano

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraving of a natural scene with a rocky, wooded landscape including various trees and boulders. Foliage and rock formations obscure the horizon, creating an intimate outdoor setting. The engraving is detailed, with precise line work depicting textures of rocks, leaves, and bark. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of grey to show depth and form. In the foreground, a woman stands next to a large rock with a cross near her, surrounded by nature. The landscape fades into shallow shadows in the background, emphasizing the complexity of the trees and rocky terrain.

Artwork Details

Date
1573
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
7331 × 10273 px
Public Domain
Yes
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