"Mary of Magdelene -- John 20:10-18"

Then the disciples went back to their homes, but Mary stood outside the tomb crying… she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realize that it was Jesus. “Woman,” he said, “why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.” Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned to him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means Teacher). 

Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet returned to the Father. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am returning to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’” Mary Magdalene went to the disciples with the news: “I have seen the Lord!” 

John 20:10-18

Visit "The Commissioning of Mary Magdalene" by Heide Strate for a beautiful description of Marry Magdalene being called to spread the news of Jesus' resurrection.

Can you solve this mystery for me?  Who is the sculptor of this beautiful image? Background information?  Was the piece commissioned? If so, when, by who? 
Is the sculpture in a museum?  Are reproductions available?  Any information 
would be appreciated. -- MEW