Death of the Magdalene

About this work

This drawing shows a woman lying down with her arms crossed over her chest. Around her float three winged figures, two holding scrolls and one holding a cross. The background has swirling clouds and small cherubs peeking out. The woman’s pose and the scrolls hint at a story about repentance. The loose, sketchy lines and heavy shading give it a dramatic, almost chaotic feel. Next, look up Baroque to see more art like this.