Noli me tangere 30 - 1821

"Noli me tangere" (Latin for "Touch me not") is a drawing by German artist Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld, dated 1821. Depicting the biblical scene of the resurrected Jesus appearing to Mary Magdalene, the artwork is housed in the Städel Museum. The drawing displays Schnorr’s talent for detail and the portrayal of emotion. The scene is set in a landscape where the figure of Mary kneels in reverence before the risen Christ, who is depicted with his back to her, his hand raised in a gesture of caution. This powerful drawing offers a glimpse into the artist’s stylistic development and the importance of biblical themes in his work.