Noli me tangere

Noli me tangere by Hans Holbein the Younger
Artist
Hans Holbein the Younger
Date
c.1524 ; Germany
Style
Northern renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
"Noli me tangere" is a poignant religious painting depicting the biblical moment from John 20:17, where Jesus tells Mary Magdalene, "Touch me not". Often portrayed on a panel, these religious paintings emphasize the profound moment of recognition after Christ’s resurrection. Artists from the Northern renaissance period and beyond used tempera and oil paints, creating meticulously detailed scenes. The subject has inspired countless artworks, blending biblical narrative with artistic tradition.

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