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Landscape with Noli me tangere Scene, by Claude Lorrain, oil, 1691

Landscape with Noli me tangere Scene

Claude Lorrain

1691

oil

canvas

From the collection of Städel Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape with Noli me tangere Scene is a 1691 oil by Claude Lorrain, depicting Mary Magdalene, held at Städel Museum.

Who painted this?
Claude Lorrain
When & what style?
1691
Where can I see it?
Städel Museum

About this work

In this painting, a serene landscape unfolds with a few figures in the foreground. A woman, possibly Mary Magdalene, is depicted in a blue robe, while a man in a white shirt and dark pants stands nearby. In the distance, a stone structure with a wall and a gate is visible, set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky. The scene is tranquil, with the figures engaged in a quiet moment. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the work of Claude Lorrain.

About the artist

Portrait of Claude Lorrain
Artist

Claude Lorrain

Claude Lorrain (French: ; born Claude Gellée , called le Lorrain in French; traditionally just Claude in English; c.

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