Christus verschijnt als tuinman aan Maria Magdalena 1673

This etching, created by Adriaen Lommelin in 1673, depicts the biblical scene of Christ appearing to Mary Magdalene as a gardener, a moment documented in the Gospel of John. The print is a visual representation of the verse “Noli me tangere,” meaning “Touch me not.” The composition places Mary Magdalene kneeling before Christ in a landscape setting, emphasizing her devotion and the sacredness of the moment. Lommelin’s use of light and shadow enhances the sense of drama, while the meticulous detail in the foliage and surrounding landscape emphasizes the earthly setting of this divine encounter. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a powerful testament to Lommelin’s skill and a compelling depiction of a pivotal moment in Christian faith.