Artwork
Noli me Tangere (Christ Appearing as a Gardener to Mary Magdalene)
Noli me Tangere (Christ Appearing as a Gardener to Mary Magdalene) is an oil painting by Alonso Cano. It dates from 1640 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
About this work
Overview
Noli me Tangere is a 1640 oil painting by Alonso Cano, depicting a scene from Christian scripture. It is housed at the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows Mary Magdalene kneeling before the resurrected Christ, who appears as a gardener. Christ wears a loincloth and holds a stick, while Mary Magdalene is dressed in an orange robe and yellow cloak. Their interaction is set against a natural backdrop of trees and hills.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, with strong contrasts between light and dark areas. This technique emphasizes the figures and their interaction, drawing the viewer's attention to the emotional intensity of the scene.
Artist & collection
“Noli me tangere” – Resurrected Christ appearing to Mary Magdalene (John 20:14-17)
Christ Appearing to Mary Magdalen as a Gardener (Noli me Tangere)
'Noli me tangere': the meeting of Christ and Mary Magdalene
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