Items Similar to A Spanish Gothic Statue of Saint Mary Magdalene, Late 15th Century
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 12
UnknownA Spanish Gothic Statue of Saint Mary Magdalene, Late 15th CenturyLate 15th Century
Late 15th Century
About the Item
Description: A Spanish Gothic Statue of Saint Mary Magdalene, Late 15th Century, polychromed wood
Statue: Saint Mary Magdalene
Object Type: Statuette
Artist, Sculptor / Creator: Unknown
Place of Origin: Spain
Period: Late 15th Century
Materials and Techniques: Polychromed wood
Categories: Christianity
Style: Late Gothic
Dimensions: H. 49 cm D. 12 cm W. 14 cm
History:
Mary Magdalene was a woman of light morals from Magdala. The Bible gives little information about her. She became one of the most faithful followers of Jesus. Shortly after his crucifixion, Mary Magdalene discovered his empty tomb. She recognised Christ in the gardener a little later. When she embraced him, he spoke in Latin Noli me tangere, 'Do not touch me', because he was leaving earthly existence.
Other stories about St Mary Magdalene emerged in the Middle Ages, such as that of Simon of Bethany inviting Christ to dinner. To Simon's irritation, a sinful woman anointed Christ's feet, defending her and telling her that all her sins were forgiven. She was said to be Mary Magdalene. In representations, she therefore often wears an anointing pot. After Christ's death, Mary Magdalene did thirty years of penance in a desert, dressed in her own long hair. Seven times a day, angels carried her up to feed her with heavenly music.
Physical Description:
The Saint stands holding the pot of ointment in her left hand. She wears a tight fitting light blue dress with sleeves; over this is a red mantle which is hanging over her left shoulder. Her long hair lies over both shoulders. The flesh is painted in natural colours, the red mantle is lined with blue; her dress as well as her mantel is with an ochre gold border. The back is only roughly finished, as the figure would have stood against a wall, or within an altarpiece. It appears to be in its original state.
Historical Significance:
The facial features and drapery which envelopes the body point to Spanish origin.
- Creation Year:Late 15th Century
- Dimensions:Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Period:
- Condition:The Saint stands holding the pot of ointment in her left hand. It appears to be in its original state. The back is only roughly finished, as the figure would have stood against a wall, or within an altarpiece.
- Gallery Location:Bruges, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2006212803562
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Seller
These experienced sellers undergo a comprehensive evaluation by our team of in-house experts.
Established in 1998
1stDibs seller since 2022
13 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 5 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Bruges, Belgium
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- A Spanish Statue of a Sitting on a Pedestal Angel with Open Arms, Early 19th CLocated in Bruges, BEDescription: A Spanish Statue of a Sitting on a Pedestal Angel with Open Arms in polychromed wood, Early 19th Century Statue: Statue of an Angel Object Type: Statuette Artist, Sculp...Category
Early 19th Century Baroque Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
- A French Statue of Saint John the Baptist, Circa 1700, polychromed woodLocated in Bruges, BEDescription: A French Statue of Saint John the Baptist with Staff and Lamb on his Feet, Circa 1700, polychromed wood Statue: Shepherd with Lamb on his Feet Object Type: Religious St...Category
17th Century Baroque Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsPaint, Wood
- A Spanish Statue of the Virgin Mary with Child Jezus, circa 1600Located in Bruges, BEDescription: A Spanish Statue of the Virgin Mary with Child Jezus, Circa 1600, polychromed wood Statue : Madonna and Child Object Type: Statuette Artist, Sculptor / Maker: Unknown Place of Origin: Spain Period: Circa 1600 Materials and Techniques: Polychromed wood Categories: Christianity Style: Renaissance Dimensions: H. 45 cm D. 13 cm W. 15 cm History: The Madonna and Child is one of the most easily recognisable, most frequently produced themes in the history of Art and has been depicted by many famous artists, including Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael. The word Madonna is derived from the Italian 'ma donna,' or 'my lady' and is used to describe Mary, the mother of Christ. The Madonna and Child depict a loving mother and son, which is a symbol of hope, faith, and love and represents the love and bond between mother and child, and is a symbol of hope and protection. Physical Description: A magnificent statue in polychromed wood of standing Madonna and Child. Virgin Mary is holding Her Son in Her left arm. Together with Jesus Christ They are holding the World in Their hands to show that They are together and our Heavenly king on Earth and His Mother is our Queen. She wears a tight fitting golden red dress; over this is a red mantle; Her mantle is lined blue and is with an ochre gold border. The flesh is painted in natural colours and Her long hair lies over both shoulders. The Child Jesus wears a green long sleeves dress. With His right hand He gives a blessing and represents Trinitarian love. In addition to signifying a blessing or that the Lord is speaking, this position conveys doctrinal truth, the three uplifted fingers depict the unity of God in the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit). Historical Significance: The facial features and drapery which envelopes the body point to Spanish origin. The statue of Virgin Mary...Category
16th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
- A Flemish Statue of Crowned Virgin Mary with Child Jesus, 17th CenturyLocated in Bruges, BEDescription: A Flemish Statue of Crowned Virgin Mary with Child Jesus, 17th Century, polychromed wood, silver crowns Statue: Crowned Madonna and Child Object Type: Statuette Artist, Sculptor / Creator: Unknown Place of Origin: Flanders Period: 17th Century Style: Renaissance Materials and Techniques: Polychromed wood, Silver Categories: Christianity Dimensions: H. 55 cm D. 15 cm W. 19 cm History: The Madonna and Child is one of the most easily recognisable, most frequently produced themes in the history of Art and has been depicted by many famous artists, including Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael. The word Madonna is derived from the Italian 'ma donna,' or 'my lady' and is used to describe Mary, the mother of Christ. The Madonna and Child depict a loving mother and son, which is a symbol of hope, faith, and love and represents the love and bond between mother and child, and is a symbol of hope and protection. Purity or virginity is represented by the color of clothing of Madonna. The color blue symbolises purity, virginity, and royalty. Physical Description: A magnificent 17th Century statue in polychromed wood of standing Madonna and Child. Virgin Mary is holding a small staff that is often shown in the hands of a king or queen. In Her left arm She is holding Her Son, Jesus Christ who is holding the World in His left hand to show that He is our Heavenly king on Earth and His Mother is our Queen. She wears a tight fitting golden dress with blue sleeves; over this is a blue mantle; Her mantle is lined red and is with an ochre gold border. The flesh is painted in natural colours and Her long hair lies over both shoulders. The Child Jesus wears a blue long sleeves dress...Category
17th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
- Scandinavian Family Portrait, Artist 18th Century, Scandinavian SchoolLocated in Bruges, BEScandinavian Family Portrait Artist 18th century 18th Century Scandinavian School Signature: Not signed Medium: Miniature Dimensions: Image size diameter 11 cm, frame size 19 x 16 cmCategory
18th Century Medieval Portrait Paintings
MaterialsEgg Tempera
- Victor Abeloos, 1881 – 1965, Belgian Painter 'Bouquet of Flowers in a Green Vas'By Victor AbeloosLocated in Bruges, BEVictor Abeloos Brussels 1881 – 1965 Belgian Painter 'Bouquet of Flowers in a Green Vase' Signature: Signed lower right Medium: Oil on canvas Dimensions...Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Still-life Paintings
MaterialsOil, Canvas
You May Also Like
- Polychrome Virgin of the Annunciation - CataloniaLocated in PARIS, FRLarge catalan Virgin of the Annunciation in polychrome wood. Our Virgin is represented in the phase of the Conturbatio, Mary expresses her amazement a...Category
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
- Late Gotic Relief "Adoration of the Magi"Located in Wien, WienLATE GOTIC RELIEF “Adoration of the Magi Lower Rhine Around 1500 Oak wood, plastically carved Original, polychrome version Height 51 cm, widt...Category
16th Century Gothic Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood, Oak
- Madonna around 1300Located in Wien, WienEXTREMELY RARE MADONNA Lake Constance area Around 1300 Carved votive wood Original, polychrome version Height 59 cm Provenance: Swiss private collection This Madonna figure ...Category
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
- Sitting MadonnaLocated in Wien, WienSitting Madonna Central Italy/Tuscany or Marche Around 1420 Poplar wood carved Original version Height 31 cm Charming Madonna sculpture from the heyday of the Soft or International...Category
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
- Corpus Christi 1150/70Located in Wien, WienCorpus Christi around 1150/70 Southern France or Catalonia carved oak wood height 109 cm, width 96 cm Remains of polychromyCategory
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
- Sainte CatherineLocated in Wien, WienSt. Catherine Cologne Around 1370/80 Carved lime wood Original version Height 49,5 cmCategory
15th Century and Earlier Gothic Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
