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Noli me tangere between Saints John the Baptist and Jeronimo is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Noli me tangere between Saints John the Baptist and Jeronimo?

Noli me tangere between Saints John the Baptist and Jeronimo is associated with Early Renaissance.

Artwork

Noli me tangere between Saints John the Baptist and Jeronimo

Noli me tangere between Saints John the Baptist and Jeronimo is a paint painting by the Early Renaissance artist Bartolomeo Montagna. It dates from 1496 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Painted in 1496, *Noli me tangere between Saints John the Baptist and Jeronimo* is a tempera painting by Italian Renaissance artist Bartolomeo Montagna, featuring a religious scene with four figures set against an architectural and natural backdrop.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a biblical scene interpreted as 'Noli me tangere' (Do not touch me), central to Christian theology, where Christ (in yellow and blue) interacts with Mary Magdalene, flanked by Saints John the Baptist (left, red robe) and Jeronimo (right, brown robe, white beard), with a kneeling figure (possibly a donor or additional saint) at the base.

Technique & Style

Montagna's technique in this work reflects his training under the influence of Giovanni Bellini, evident in the harmonious composition, use of color to create depth, and emotional engagement. The tempera medium allows for detailed, layered textures and vibrant hues.

History & Provenance

Created in 1496, the painting is part of the collection at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin, highlighting Montagna's contribution to northern Italian Renaissance art, particularly in Vicenza, where he was primarily active.

Context

This work exemplifies the Renaissance's religious art focus, blending architectural detail (arches) with natural elements (trees, sky), characteristic of the period's artistic innovations in Italy.

Legacy

While not as widely recognized as some contemporaries, Montagna's *Noli me tangere* contributes to the understanding of Venetian influence on northern Italian painting during the Renaissance, through its composition and emotional depth.