Master of the Magdalen legend (active around 1483 - around 1527)

• Was an Early Netherlandish painter.

• His name of convenience is derived from a large, now-dispersed altarpiece with scenes from the life of Mary Magdalene, which has been dated to between 1515 and 1520.

• Some of his portraits suggest a possible link with artists in Brussels.

• Thirteen versions of a portrait format image of "The Magdalen" were painted by the Master of the Magdalen Legend and his workshop between the years of 1510-20.

• The jar of ointment which she holds was the usual attribute of the Magdalen, as she was known for pouring this ointment on Jesus's feet.

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