Noli me tangere by Francesco Albani. Jesus Christ stands in a blue mantle holding a staff as Mary Magdalene kneels before him in a rocky landscape with an angel in the background.

Noli me tangere

Francesco Albani

1620 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A poignant Baroque scene depicting the resurrected Christ appearing to Mary Magdalene in a lush grotto.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work with warm wood and umber notes — supports a polished room with depth.

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Library · Study · Living Room
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Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Rich brown, Charcoal black, Terracotta clay

About the piece

Attributed to the Italian master Francesco Albani, this circa 1620 oil painting illustrates the biblical moment of 'Noli me tangere.' The composition features Christ in a striking blue mantle and Mary Magdalene in rich golden-brown robes, set against a dramatic, atmospheric landscape that exemplifies the elegance of the Bolognese school.

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