Mary Magdalene extending arms toward Jesus post-resurrection, depicting scene from John 20:17. Jesus said noli me tangere, or touch me not, for I have yet to go to kingdom of heaven. Palm tree symbolizes martyrdom. Andrea del Sarto created the painting for the church of San Gallo in Florence and received much acclaim for his work.

Title of Art: Noli me tangere

Subjects: Mary Magdalene

Artist: Andrea del Sarto

Date of Composition: 1510

Exhibit Institution: Le Gallerie degli Uffizi (The Uffizi)

Exhibit Location: Florence, Italy

VM Image #: 0044

Photographer: Shala Graham

Date of Photograph: January 7, 2023

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