The artwork titled “Noli Me Tangere,” created by Andrea del Sarto around the year 1510, is an oil painting on wood reflecting the High Renaissance art movement. With dimensions of 176 x 155 cm, this masterpiece belongs to the genre of religious painting.
The artwork captures a pivotal biblical moment where Christ, draped in a white robe and bearing a staff with a flag, gently gestures towards Mary Magdalene. Engulfed in a serene landscape with rolling hills and distant buildings, Christ stands with a calm yet authoritative presence, signified by the halo emanating from his head. Mary Magdalene, depicted in a blue and red gown, kneels with outreached hands, her expression a mix of awe and longing. A palm tree, symbolizing victory and peace, sits prominently on the left, while the delicate interplay of light and shadow enhances the ethereal quality of the scene. The composition is meticulously balanced, emphasizing both the emotional depth and the artist’s masterful attention to detail.
