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Noli Me Tangere

Unknown

1604

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

Noli Me Tangere is a 1604 by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1604 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a scene with two figures in a landscape. The figure on the left is a woman, while the figure on the right is a man. The woman is nude, and the man is clothed. The background features trees and rocks. The painting's color palette is predominantly brown and tan, with some white highlights. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The overall mood of the painting is somber and contemplative. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume. The contrast between light and dark adds to the overall drama of the scene. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.