This representation of Mary Magdalene is a part of a polyptych, which is a painting that consists of more than three panels. The Crucifixion that was the central portion of the was painted by Bernando Daddi between 1340-1345. The Saints on the side panels, like this section, were painted by Puccio di Simone, who worked with Daddi during those years. This is an example of representing Mary Magdalene as the “penitent Mary,” which is a tradition that misidentifies her with Mary of Egypt, who lived in solitary repentance centuries later. This version of Mary Magdalene is often shown with long hair that covers her gaunt body. More details on this theme can be found in the descriptions of similar representations of Mary Magdalene in the Visual Museum.