Mary Magdalene
Frederick Sandys · 1858
Why it's great
A woman with long red hair holds a jar of ointment and looks out, in a richly colored background, with a Renaissance feel. Frederick Sandys painted her as a famous character in the Bible. The details of the jewelry and fabrics are dazzling. It's a celebrated Pre-Raphaelite portrait.
Where to see it
📍 Delaware Art MuseumWilmington, Delaware, United States
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Frederick Sandys was born in Norwich, England, and became a painter and illustrator associated with the Pre-Raphaelites. He was famous for detailed portraits of beautiful women. He lived in London, and he died there in 1904.
