Lot Essay
The attribution to Cerrini was suggested by Dr. Mina Gregori in a letter dated 8 April 1995. She notes that the head is inspired by Guido Reni, with whom the artist was in contact in his youth.
The Penitent Magdalen
Details
Gianni Domenico Cerrini (1609-1681)
The Penitent Magdalen
oil on canvas, in a feigned oval
28¾ x 24¾in. (73 x 62.9cm.)
The Penitent Magdalen
oil on canvas, in a feigned oval
28¾ x 24¾in. (73 x 62.9cm.)