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Info created and uploaded by Marie-Lan Nguyen, nominated by Maedin- Info Maddalena by the Italian artist Donatello is a wood sculpture of the Biblical and historical figure of Mary Magdalene. Here, she appears penitent, tormented, and frail from fasting. This figure was housed in the Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, otherwise known as Florence Cathedral, in Florence. It's now based next door in the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo (a museum associated with the Duomo). Donatello sculpted this in 1455 or so, over 500 years ago.
Support I have been to the Museo and saw the Maddalena. She's even more heart-stoppingly agonising in person. I was captivated by her the moment I saw her. Unfortunately, the poor camera that I had at the time didn't do her justice. But I have found this one, the only decent shot of her on Commons. Although the Maddalena sculpture is head-to-toe, the area where she is displayed does not make photography easy (a small space and many distracting things around her), and she is often backlit by strong sunlight. Consider also that flash photography is oft-frowned upon or prohibited in museums. I think this close-up is an excellent representation of Donatello's most expressive work. Maedin\talk 18:46, 3 October 2009 (UTC)
Comment I'm sure it's a lovely sculpture, Maedin, but I got the fright of my life when I opened up FPC this morning and was greeted by that face. Sarcastic ShockwaveLover (talk) 20:39, 3 October 2009 (UTC)
- Oops, sorry! At least it woke you up. . . you didn't even need the coffee, right?
Maedin\talk 20:44, 3 October 2009 (UTC)
- Oops, sorry! At least it woke you up. . . you didn't even need the coffee, right?
Regretful oppose Very interesting statue, but the crop on the hands should be better if it is to be featured. -- JovanCormac 11:35, 4 October 2009 (UTC)
- I knew someone would care about that, :( Maedin\talk 12:09, 4 October 2009 (UTC)
- Equally regretful oppose - it is a wonderful image but per Jovan I'm afraid & the hands are out of focus. --Herby talk thyme 13:41, 5 October 2009 (UTC)
- Oppose per Herby and Jovan. But it clearly would sail through VI, as it's a hard shot to get and it's not likely we'd get better easily. ++Lar: t/c 14:18, 5 October 2009 (UTC)
- Oppose per all above. Mondalor (talk) 15:03, 6 October 2009 (UTC)
Neutral I saw this sculpture many years ago. It is breathtaking and very touching. I'd like to support this image, but I think Jovan is right... -- MJJR (talk) 21:10, 6 October 2009 (UTC)
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