Painting, oil on canvas glued on cardboard representing Saint Mary Magdalene in prayer in the cave, hands crossed on her chest, kneeling before a stone altar adorned with a skull. The Saint, dressed in a blue robe, is illuminated by celestial light to contrast with the depth of the rocky landscape. Subject created by a French or Italian master in the spirit of religious Baroque. Period late 18th to early 19th century: 1780 - 1820. Oil on canvas glued on cardboard (apparently old preparation) showing age cracks, surface dirt, and small wear on the paint layer visible under old varnish. Frame in gilded wood and stucco with rocky decoration, flowers, and shells, with several losses. Maximum dimensions with frame: 48.8 x 39.3 cm / dimensions of the view only 35 x 25.4 cm. Weight: 2372 grams. Very careful shipping worldwide. Type: Oil. Country of origin: France. Artistic movement: French school. Genre: Classicism. Characteristics: Framed. Theme: Religion, Mythology.